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Johnny Vinyl · 12-24-2009, 08:13 PM

NAGRA emailed me back with a Toronto retailer. It so happens they also carry LUXMAN, plus they are also the only NOTTINGHAM ANALOGUE dealer in town.

Now I most definitely will make a visit there soon!

John

richteer · 12-24-2009, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by John72953

NAGRA emailed me back with a Toronto retailer. It so happens they also carry LUXMAN, plus they are also the only NOTTINGHAM ANALOGUE dealer in town.

Now I most definitely will make a visit there soon!

John

Excellent result!

joe1515 · 12-25-2009, 03:42 AM

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Originally Posted by John72953

I know their stuff is pricey, but they have a good rep. Have you auditioned any phono pre's just yet?

John

Hi John,

My dealer lent me the Ayre and older model ARC model the PH3. I really like the arc and tube sound it brings, the warmth of the tubes just fits my system and my music tastes.

I am pretty much sold on the ARC. I am probably going to go with the Audio Research PH5. I am not sure if I can afford a new model or I might try to pick one up on Audiogon.

Joe

joe1515 · 12-25-2009, 03:45 AM

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Originally Posted by John72953

NAGRA emailed me back with a Toronto retailer. It so happens they also carry LUXMAN, plus they are also the only NOTTINGHAM ANALOGUE dealer in town.

Now I most definitely will make a visit there soon!

John

Sounds good. Just curious how far are you from Toronto?

Joe

FreddieFerric · 12-25-2009, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by John72953

NAGRA emailed me back with a Toronto retailer. It so happens they also carry LUXMAN, plus they are also the only NOTTINGHAM ANALOGUE dealer in town.

Now I most definitely will make a visit there soon!

John

Doesn't get much better than that John. I think you'll find the Nagra line a bit more pricey than the Luxman. Either way though, you'd surely be in for a dramatic improvement in your vinyl playback.

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Originally Posted by joe1515

Hi John,

My dealer lent me the Ayre and older model ARC model the PH3. I really like the arc and tube sound it brings, the warmth of the tubes just fits my system and my music tastes.

I am pretty much sold on the ARC. I am probably going to go with the Audio Research PH5. I am not sure if I can afford a new model or I might try to pick one up on Audiogon.

Joe

Hi Joe.

Most of the really good preamps that get listed on Agon ususally sell for around 45 to 50% off original MSRP. Just be sure to deal with a seller that has excellent feedback. BTW, maybe the dealer that lent you both the pre's would be willing to make you a deal on the one you liked best.

Johnny Vinyl · 12-25-2009, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by joe1515

Sounds good. Just curious how far are you from Toronto?

Joe

Without traffic I can get from my house to Downtown Toronto in about 30-35 minutes. I'm just west of Toronto in Oakville, ON.

John

Johnny Vinyl · 12-25-2009, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by BluRayFred

Doesn't get much better than that John. I think you'll find the Nagra line a bit more pricey than the Luxman. Either way though, you'd surely be in for a dramatic improvement in your vinyl playback.

I'm thinking the same thing as well, but since my mind is made up in that I really want to focus on the best front-end I can get, I may just go for it anyway. We'll see.

I'm also considering a seperate power supply for the NOTTINGHAM. They have a unit called the Wave Mechanic, which is compatible with all of their TT's and comes standard on the Space Deck models and up. From the reviews I've read they say it's an indispensible addition and will make a significant difference to the TT's performance.

My dilemma therefore is what to get first. LOL!

John

joe1515 · 12-25-2009, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by BluRayFred

Hi Joe.

Most of the really good preamps that get listed on Agon ususally sell for around 45 to 50% off original MSRP. Just be sure to deal with a seller that has excellent feedback. BTW, maybe the dealer that lent you both the pre's would be willing to make you a deal on the one you liked best.

Hi Fred,

My dealer offered to sell me the ARC PH3 for $1,000. It is a demo unit. I don't think it is a competitive offer, I can find them on Audiogon for around $750 in better condition. Besides I want to try to pick up a ARC PH5.

Joe

richteer · 12-26-2009, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by joe1515

Hi Fred,

My dealer offered to sell me the ARC PH3 for $1,000. It is a demo unit. I don't think it is a competitive offer, I can find them on Audiogon for around $750 in better condition. Besides I want to try to pick up a ARC PH5.

Joe

I agree with your assessment completely! I could maybe stretch to $1000 for a mint PH3SE, but a PH3. By all accounts, the PH5 is even better than the PH3SE, so fingers crossed for ya!

FreddieFerric · 12-27-2009, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by John72953

I'm thinking the same thing as well, but since my mind is made up in that I really want to focus on the best front-end I can get, I may just go for it anyway. We'll see.

I'm also considering a seperate power supply for the NOTTINGHAM. They have a unit called the Wave Mechanic, which is compatible with all of their TT's and comes standard on the Space Deck models and up. From the reviews I've read they say it's an indispensible addition and will make a significant difference to the TT's performance.

My dilemma therefore is what to get first. LOL!

John

John, I'd say nail down everything on the Nottingham first, then consentrate on the pre. Just my thinking though.

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Originally Posted by joe1515

Hi Fred,

My dealer offered to sell me the ARC PH3 for $1,000. It is a demo unit. I don't think it is a competitive offer, I can find them on Audiogon for around $750 in better condition. Besides I want to try to pick up a ARC PH5.

Joe

Sounds like you've got a firm handle on things Joe. Just keep checking in on Agon. Sooner or later what you're looking for will turn up.

joe1515 · 12-27-2009, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by BluRayFred

Sounds like you've got a firm handle on things Joe. Just keep checking in on Agon. Sooner or later what you're looking for will turn up.

That's the problem patience is not one of my virtues

Joe

joe1515 · 12-31-2009, 11:54 AM

The ARC PH5 has been discontinued with the new model (PH6?) due sometime over the summer. I think I am going to try to find a new PH5 for a good deal because the unit is discontinued.

Joe

Johnny Vinyl · 12-31-2009, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by joe1515

The ARC PH5 has been discontinued with the new model (PH6?) due sometime over the summer. I think I am going to try to find a new PH5 for a good deal because the unit is discontinued.

Joe

See if you can get a list of ARC dealers and then email them to see if they have stock.....? Food for thought, no?

John

FreddieFerric · 12-31-2009, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by john72953

see if you can get a list of arc dealers and then email them to see if they have stock.....? Food for thought, no?

John

+1

Johnny Vinyl · 12-31-2009, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by BluRayFred

+1

Good morning Fred and an early Happy New Year to you and yours.

Did you do any more fiddling with the TT and phono stage?

John

joe1515 · 12-31-2009, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by John72953

See if you can get a list of ARC dealers and then email them to see if they have stock.....? Food for thought, no?

John

John, Great minds thinks alike

. I spent the last couple of days calling all of the dealers in the US and I found a dealer who has a brand new one in stock for a pretty good deal with full dealer warranty. I think I am about to pull trigger.

Joe

Johnny Vinyl · 12-31-2009, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by joe1515

John, Great minds thinks alike

. I spent the last couple of days calling all of the dealers and I find a dealer that a brand new one in stock for pretty good deal with full manufacuture warranty. I think I am about to pull trigger.

Joe

Woohoo!

Do it buddy! Pull that trgger...ya know ya wanna! LOL

John

joe1515 · 12-31-2009, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by John72953

Woohoo!

Do it buddy! Pull that trgger...ya know ya wanna! LOL

John

Just bought it. It should ship on Monday, so I should have it by the end of the week. Can't wait.

Joe

Johnny Vinyl · 12-31-2009, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by joe1515

Just bought it. It should ship on Monday, so I should have it by the end of the week. Can't wait.

Joe

Now that's a great way to start off the new year! Congrats Joe!

John

richteer · 12-31-2009, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by joe1515

Just bought it. It should ship on Monday, so I should have it by the end of the week. Can't wait.

Joe

Excellent news, congrats! (You lucky dog!)

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12-24-2009, 08:13 PM	#41
Johnny Vinyl Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:At the crossroad of Analogue Dr & 2CH Ave Home Theater Gallery:19 Blu-ray collection:205 DVD collection:7 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:8	NAGRA emailed me back with a Toronto retailer. It so happens they also carry LUXMAN, plus they are also the only NOTTINGHAM ANALOGUE dealer in town. Now I most definitely will make a visit there soon! John

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joe1515 Senior Member Member since:Mar 2008 Location:New York	The ARC PH5 has been discontinued with the new model (PH6?) due sometime over the summer. I think I am going to try to find a new PH5 for a good deal because the unit is discontinued. Joe

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