So begins the madness...

zombie boy 2000
zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
edited January 2007 in 2 Channel Audio
Received my Pro-Ject Debut III turntable this morning. I feel that I may have now officially passed the point of no return. Lord help me.

The Pro-Ject Phono Box found its way into my lap as well. Actual pics of 'em both playing nice with the rest of the children in the rig soon to come. Along with all impressions, meanderings, droolings, and nonsensical blatherings.
I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
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  • wingnut4772
    wingnut4772 Posts: 7,519
    edited January 2007
    Boy I can't wait to hear this.
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited January 2007
    Boy I can't wait to hear this.

    I thought you had already jumped:D
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
  • wingnut4772
    wingnut4772 Posts: 7,519
    edited January 2007
    I thought you had already jumped:D
    Nope. Still researching.
    Sharp Elite 70
    Anthem D2V 3D
    Parasound 5250
    Parasound HCA 1000 A
    Parasound HCA 1000
    Oppo BDP 95
    Von Schweikert VR4 Jr R/L Fronts
    Von Schweikert LCR 4 Center
    Totem Mask Surrounds X4
    Hsu ULS-15 Quad Drive Subwoofers
    Sony PS3
    Squeezebox Touch

    Polk Atrium 7s on the patio just to keep my foot in the door.
  • SCompRacer
    SCompRacer Posts: 8,497
    edited January 2007
    Well, congratulations or condolences, which will it be?:D

    Nice table, and shade of green. What cartridge are you using?
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited January 2007
    It comes with a Ortofon OM 5E - so that for now.
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
  • SCompRacer
    SCompRacer Posts: 8,497
    edited January 2007
    I still have a Denon TT with an OM 5E and they are a very decent cartridge. I had an OM 20 on my Rega. If one desires to upgrade the OM series to a 10, 20, 30 or 40, just buy the stylus and slip it on.
    Salk SoundScape 8's * Audio Research Reference 3 * Bottlehead Eros Phono * Park's Audio Budgie SUT * Krell KSA-250 * Harmonic Technology Pro 9+ * Signature Series Sonore Music Server w/Deux PS * Roon * Gustard R26 DAC / Singxer SU-6 DDC * Heavy Plinth Lenco L75 Idler Drive * AA MG-1 Linear Air Bearing Arm * AT33PTG/II & Denon 103R * Richard Gray 600S * NHT B-12d subs * GIK Acoustic Treatments * Sennheiser HD650 *
  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited January 2007
    SCompRacer wrote:
    If one desires to upgrade the OM series to a 10, 20, 30 or 40, just buy the stylus and slip it on.

    And like I said... so begins the madness:D

    I'll be going vinyl hunting this weekend. But per Troy's advise, nothing is getting played until I have the proper cleaning supplies. Any suggestions on the cheap?
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
  • shack
    shack Posts: 11,154
    edited January 2007
    KAB has a unit that is basically Nitty Gritty machine but you supply the vacuum for $159. KAB-EV1:

    http://www.kabusa.com/frameset.htm?/index.htm

    Audio Advisor has their branded Nitty Gritty machine called the Record Doctor III for $229. I have one.

    http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=NGRD3
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited January 2007
    Yeahhhhhhh Baby!!!

    I've read a lot of good things about the Pro-jects. Happy vinyl maddness. Make sure you get that cartridge PERFECTLY aligned, pay special attention to the azimuth.

    I'm taking the drapes off my VPI today . . . doing the whole setup thing.

    Good luck ZB enjoy it.

    PS: YOU NEED TO GET A WET VAC CLEANING SYSTEM . . . DON'T GO ON THE CHEAP WITH IT.
  • Normanality
    Normanality Posts: 297
    edited January 2007
    Yeahhhhhhh Baby!!!

    PS: YOU NEED TO GET A WET VAC CLEANING SYSTEM . . . DON'T GO ON THE CHEAP WITH IT.


    At least I can't be blamed for spending Rich's money on this one! :D
  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited January 2007
    You need to bring that thing :eek: :eek: :eek:

    Edit.....My pre doesn't have a phono section :mad:

    One more edit....don't bring it...I don't want to hear it :)
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  • strider
    strider Posts: 2,568
    edited January 2007
    I'll be anxious to hear your thoughts once everything's up and running.

    How much set up is required on the turntable before you use it?
    Wristwatch--->Crisco
  • SCompRacer
    SCompRacer Posts: 8,497
    edited January 2007
    At least I can't be blamed for spending Rich's money on this one! :D

    No way can I responsible.:rolleyes: Uh, did you forget about setting me up with the Rega a long time ago?:eek: :p:D
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited January 2007
    Guess, I'll have to bring the Pro-Ject Phono Box as well:D As an aside, the phono pre is rather tiny, but solid.. I knew it would be small, but not that small.

    And let the jokes begin.......















    NOW!:D
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited January 2007
    See my second edit....DON't BRING IT ;)
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited January 2007
    strider wrote:
    How much set up is required on the turntable before you use it?

    Fortunately for a TT newb, the Debut is pretty much plug n' play. In fact, the cartridge already comes installed.

    HT... since I'm sure I'll be leaving your home with a wish list that will most assuredly bankrupt me, the least I can do is attempt to return a small portion of the favor.
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
  • SCompRacer
    SCompRacer Posts: 8,497
    edited January 2007


    HT... since I'm sure I'll be leaving your home with a wish list that will most assuredly bankrupt me, the least I can do is attempt to return a small portion of the favor.

    Thats the spirit! I Love it!:D
    Salk SoundScape 8's * Audio Research Reference 3 * Bottlehead Eros Phono * Park's Audio Budgie SUT * Krell KSA-250 * Harmonic Technology Pro 9+ * Signature Series Sonore Music Server w/Deux PS * Roon * Gustard R26 DAC / Singxer SU-6 DDC * Heavy Plinth Lenco L75 Idler Drive * AA MG-1 Linear Air Bearing Arm * AT33PTG/II & Denon 103R * Richard Gray 600S * NHT B-12d subs * GIK Acoustic Treatments * Sennheiser HD650 *
  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited January 2007
    SCompRacer wrote:
    Thats the spirit! I Love it!:D


    Damn, I'm just down right jealous!!!:D
  • reeltrouble1
    reeltrouble1 Posts: 9,312
    edited January 2007
    You need:

    A Clamp, The Clamp
    VPI 16.5
    Cleaning Brushes
    Disc Doctor fluid or Call BDT
    ZeroDust cartridge stylus cleaner
    parostatik or equilvliant brush for final dressing
    clean smoking jacket
    some records

    Various other wizmos and gizmos but that will get you started, notice I said started.

    RT1
  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited January 2007
    Can I substitute a potato sack for the "clean smoking jacket"?
    Gotta cut corners somewhere...

    Thanks for checklist RT
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
  • SCompRacer
    SCompRacer Posts: 8,497
    edited January 2007
    I got a digital scale and Onzow Zerodust stylus cleaner from Sorasound @ Audiogon. I spoke to Mehran before ordering and he did right by me. The Onzow is the real deal, not a fake. http://cgi.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cl.pl?anlgcart&1173621091
    Salk SoundScape 8's * Audio Research Reference 3 * Bottlehead Eros Phono * Park's Audio Budgie SUT * Krell KSA-250 * Harmonic Technology Pro 9+ * Signature Series Sonore Music Server w/Deux PS * Roon * Gustard R26 DAC / Singxer SU-6 DDC * Heavy Plinth Lenco L75 Idler Drive * AA MG-1 Linear Air Bearing Arm * AT33PTG/II & Denon 103R * Richard Gray 600S * NHT B-12d subs * GIK Acoustic Treatments * Sennheiser HD650 *
  • reeltrouble1
    reeltrouble1 Posts: 9,312
    edited January 2007
    Can I substitute a potato sack for the "clean smoking jacket"?
    Gotta cut corners somewhere...

    Thanks for checklist RT

    Nothing like the feel of Burlap........

    Enjoy your TT.

    RT1
  • TroyD
    TroyD Posts: 13,077
    edited January 2007
    On the LP cleaner....yeah, I gotta say go VPI 16.5. I had the NG machine. It did a good job but the VPI is MUCH MUCH better. If you go with the NG machine and you have the room to do it, get a cheapie DIRECT DRIVE old table and yank off the arm and use that platform for the scrubbing. Then vaccuum on the NG.

    If you'd like to try my cleaning ju-ju (which is Ken's recipe) I can hook you up with the additives to make a gallon. Just add to a gallon of DISTILLED water and viola. I would need you to send me a small leak-proof container.

    BDT
    I plan for the future. - F1Nut
  • pblanc
    pblanc Posts: 261
    edited January 2007
    Pretty soon you will start to have erotic dreams involving tonearms. You will sell your car to buy a record cleaning machine. You will have nightmares involving vinyl-eating molds and bacteria that are going to lay waste to your collection of LPs. You will develop a vinyl cleaning compulsion and start washing your discs like 50 times a day, Then, you will sell your children into bondage, and force your wife into a life of prostitution to pay for that premium Benz moving coil cartridge. You have started down the slippery slope.
    In short, you are screwed.
  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited January 2007
    Troy -
    I think that is a very generous offer, and one which I think I'll take you up on. Give me an example of a proper container and I'll see if I can up with something that fits the bill..
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited January 2007
    pblanc wrote:
    Pretty soon you will start to have erotic dreams involving tonearms. You will sell your car to buy a record cleaning machine. You will have nightmares involving vinyl-eating molds and bacteria that are going to lay waste to your collection of LPs. You will develop a vinyl cleaning compulsion and start washing your discs like 50 times a day, Then, you will sell your children into bondage, and force your wife into a life of prostitution to pay for that premium Benz moving coil cartridge. You have started down the slippery slope.
    In short, you are screwed.

    I figured as much...
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited January 2007
    You need:

    A Clamp, The Clamp
    VPI 16.5
    Cleaning Brushes
    Disc Doctor fluid or Call BDT
    ZeroDust cartridge stylus cleaner
    parostatik or equilvliant brush for final dressing
    clean smoking jacket
    some records

    Various other wizmos and gizmos but that will get you started, notice I said started.

    RT1


    LOL Ya got that sooooo right!!!
  • TroyD
    TroyD Posts: 13,077
    edited January 2007
    Troy -
    I think that is a very generous offer, and one which I think I'll take you up on. Give me an example of a proper container and I'll see if I can up with something that fits the bill..

    Something small that won't leak intransit.

    BDT
    I plan for the future. - F1Nut
  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited January 2007
    TroyD wrote:
    Something small that won't leak intransit.

    BDT

    Magnum condums are good for that!!! eehhhhh unlubed of course...
  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited January 2007
    yeah...but I'm sure the ju-ju thing will dissolve it....
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