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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 16, 2021 14:06:41 GMT
I couldn't help myself. As long as it arrives, I'll be buzzing lol  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 16, 2021 14:25:35 GMT
.......bought a new (to us) car. It's a shock looking at the price of used cars. I had read recently that prices were strong, but there is some serious tat out there for heavy cash. If you can avoid buying a car at the moment, do so. Our 2009 Zafira is limping along and whilst the engine is ok, the supporting cast is dropping like flies. This one was a little overpriced but 1 owner from new, FSH and 70k on the clock, which is nothing for this Jap beast. Unfortunately, this will curtail any HiFi plans for some time, but needs must. Rav 4 D-4D 2.2L  🤣 😉 |
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 16, 2021 14:30:49 GMT
.......bought a new (to us) car. It's a shock looking at the price of used cars. I had read recently that prices were strong, but there is some serious tat out there for heavy cash. If you can avoid buying a car at the moment, do so. Our 2009 Zafira is limping along and whilst the engine is ok, the supporting cast is dropping like flies. This one was a little overpriced but 1 owner from new, FSH and 70k on the clock, which is nothing for this Jap beast. Unfortunately, this will curtail any HiFi plans for some time, but needs must. Rav 4 D-4D 2.2L 🤣 😉 Yep....... Sometimes the HiFi gods are smiling on thee |
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Post by stevew on Dec 16, 2021 15:42:46 GMT
Wow.. go gentle. Don’t wear this one out too quick!
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Post by robbiegong on Dec 16, 2021 16:01:53 GMT
Get in there Olster !! Good job!  I have wanted one of these for ages but they were always a bit out of reach financially, then I picked up th Ortofon Cadenza Black, low hours for a price I couldnt let pass. That was then, since re-tipped with the Fritz Gyger S tip so I don't really need a Windfeld currently - BUT a Windfeld will very likely be my next cart whenever the CB-FGS does wear, which wont be for an awful long time, I've probs about 400 hrs on its so probs another 1000 or more to go? Cracking Christmas pressie you've treated yourself to there Olster, the Windfeld was a statement piece so all said and done should be amazing!  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 16, 2021 16:04:20 GMT
Yep....... Sometimes the HiFi gods are smiling on thee We are here, but for a short time. You may as well enjoy it… |
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Post by macca on Dec 16, 2021 16:12:46 GMT
Windfield?
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 16, 2021 16:21:50 GMT
Wow.. go gentle. Don’t wear this one out too quick! I am not too worried about that as Ortofon will repair the Windfeld (i believe) However, i just plan to totally and utterly enjoy it. |
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 16, 2021 16:22:48 GMT
Yup. Original with original serial number. Unplayed, kept in a fridge in an airtight container.....quite the find. |
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Post by robbiegong on Dec 16, 2021 16:23:54 GMT
Wow.. go gentle. Don’t wear this one out too quick! I am not too worried about that as Ortofon will repair the Windfeld (i believe) However, i just plan to totally and utterly enjoy it. Amen ! |
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 16, 2021 16:24:21 GMT
Get in there Olster !! Good job! I have wanted one of these for ages but they were always a bit out of reach financially, then I picked up th Ortofon Cadenza Black, low hours for a price I couldnt let pass. That was then, since re-tipped with the Fritz Gyger S tip so I don't really need a Windfeld currently - BUT a Windfeld will very likely be my next cart whenever the CB-FGS does wear, which wont be for an awful long time, I've probs about 400 hrs on its so probs another 1000 or more to go? Cracking Christmas pressie you've treated yourself to there Olster, the Windfeld was a statement piece so all said and done should be amazing! Well, i didn't *need* it Rob lol....... Trouble is, when you hear these Top class carts, you can't unhear them |
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Post by robbiegong on Dec 16, 2021 16:29:22 GMT
Get in there Olster !! Good job! I have wanted one of these for ages but they were always a bit out of reach financially, then I picked up th Ortofon Cadenza Black, low hours for a price I couldnt let pass. That was then, since re-tipped with the Fritz Gyger S tip so I don't really need a Windfeld currently - BUT a Windfeld will very likely be my next cart whenever the CB-FGS does wear, which wont be for an awful long time, I've probs about 400 hrs on its so probs another 1000 or more to go? Cracking Christmas pressie you've treated yourself to there Olster, the Windfeld was a statement piece so all said and done should be amazing! Well, i didn't *need* it Rob lol....... Trouble is, when you hear these Top class carts, you can't unhear them True, it's dangerous |
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Post by rexton on Dec 16, 2021 17:29:03 GMT
Yep, your now going to be slumming it with the rest of us when you need to shell out £2K for a new cart.
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Post by sq225917 on Dec 16, 2021 17:34:35 GMT
Nice buy Oli, hope its as described 😬
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 16, 2021 17:35:44 GMT
Nice buy Oli, hope its as described 😬 And me. I also hope it arrives 😬 |
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 16, 2021 17:36:59 GMT
Yep, your now going to be slumming it with the rest of us when you need to shell out £2K for a new cart. Yup........kids are already one rice and beans for 6 months lol |
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Post by rexton on Dec 16, 2021 18:04:00 GMT
I did see a used Ti the other week up for sale @ £1750 with 300 hours on it. I nearly pulled the trigger.......
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 16, 2021 18:23:43 GMT
I did see a used Ti the other week up for sale @ £1750 with 300 hours on it. I nearly pulled the trigger....... Effectively an A95 with a body......that would have been interesting |
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Post by karma67 on Dec 16, 2021 18:23:51 GMT
I couldn't help myself. As long as it arrives, I'll be buzzing lol lovely! |
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Post by electronumpty on Dec 16, 2021 18:34:15 GMT
Yup. Original with original serial number. Unplayed, kept in a fridge in an airtight container.....quite the find. *Rushes to check back of fridge, just in case, ends up crestfallen and disappointed to find nothing but some mouldy taramasalata with some rancid party sausage rolls* I need a better class of fridge. 🥺 |
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 16, 2021 18:36:35 GMT
Yup. Original with original serial number. Unplayed, kept in a fridge in an airtight container.....quite the find. *Rushes to check back of fridge, just in case, ends up crestfallen and disappointed to find nothing but some mouldy taramasalata with some rancid party sausage rolls* I need a better class of fridge. 🥺 *laughing* |
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Post by rexton on Dec 16, 2021 18:37:57 GMT
I did see a used Ti the other week up for sale @ £1750 with 300 hours on it. I nearly pulled the trigger....... Effectively an A95 with a body......that would have been interesting I really should have bought it. |
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 16, 2021 18:43:41 GMT
Effectively an A95 with a body......that would have been interesting I really should have bought it. Yep.....but there will be others. I wanted a specific cart with specific usage. This could all go terribly wrong though.....still no tracking number and the listing has gone 😬 |
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Post by gninnam on Dec 16, 2021 19:06:22 GMT
Fingers crossed for you.
I am still enjoying the pimped up DL103M I have - for me it is the best cart I have ever heard
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Post by antonio on Dec 17, 2021 0:35:32 GMT
Take it your wrist has been slapped. I do hope it arrives safely, and that you enjoy this new purchase. I have heard Ortofon cartridges at a dem, but I never really thought about buying one since I've always been happy with my Lyra. |
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Post by Bigman80 on Dec 17, 2021 11:21:12 GMT
Take it your wrist has been slapped. I do hope it arrives safely, and that you enjoy this new purchase. I have heard Ortofon cartridges at a dem, but I never really thought about buying one since I've always been happy with my Lyra. Me too, 24 hours later, no tracking number despite saying it will be posted by 17:00 (German time) yesterday, and as yet no response to my request for one. Should I be nervous? |
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Post by antonio on Dec 17, 2021 11:30:32 GMT
I'd hang on a little longer yet, but I don't know who you purchased from.
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Post by robbiegong on Dec 17, 2021 11:39:15 GMT
Take it your wrist has been slapped. I do hope it arrives safely, and that you enjoy this new purchase. I have heard Ortofon cartridges at a dem, but I never really thought about buying one since I've always been happy with my Lyra. Me too, 24 hours later, no tracking number despite saying it will be posted by 17:00 (German time) yesterday, and as yet no response to my request for one. Should I be nervous? No! almost pulled the trigger on it myself Olster but came to my senses - I am a skint man who should refrain from such behavior The sale looked too legit as did the story. I'm sure there was some kind of feedback attached to the seller too ? I'd defo be chasing v soon though, any good seller wont have an issue with that, we are not talking £20/30 quid here so be a bother until you get a response |
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Post by rexton on Dec 17, 2021 12:00:56 GMT
That's the problem when buying carts from sources outside of eBay, your very vulnerable to being ripped off. I remember buying a Royal N SPU from Russia and worrying quite a while for it's safe arrival. I still have the cart!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 17, 2021 12:03:58 GMT
Take it your wrist has been slapped. I do hope it arrives safely, and that you enjoy this new purchase. I have heard Ortofon cartridges at a dem, but I never really thought about buying one since I've always been happy with my Lyra. Me too, 24 hours later, no tracking number despite saying it will be posted by 17:00 (German time) yesterday, and as yet no response to my request for one. Should I be nervous? Oooh, customs fees and import duties to pay, as well as the Christmas backlog to contend with…. |
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