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Item: Gram Amp 2 SE Phono Preamp +PSU1 Location: Melbourne 3199 Price: $450 Item Condition: VGC Reason for selling: Upgraded to another Graham Slee Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Well regarded Phono Preamp with the addition of the ungraded PSU1 power supply. Standard power supply also included. Photos: Advertisements without photos of the actual item will not be approved.

I found a TT on the side of the road and was given another. I replaced the belt in one and stylus in the other. But now I need a cartridge for one, wanted to stay with MM and only wanted to spend no more than $300 to $500. Tivoli had Garrotts and the K series had been getting some good reports. A friend has a K3 and liked it. In the end I got a K2. The difference between 1, 2 and 3 is the stylus. I paid less than $300 for the K2 at the time. I had read where Garrotts play the music and hide the noise. This is true. Not only that the cart. appears to make all music sound good. The TT it is currently in is a new AT direct drive. With removable head shells and half a dozen new and refurbished old carts. cartridge rolling is fun, fun fun. Of all the carts the K2 is one I just keep going back to. My main rig is a Rega planar3, RB300 arm and Ortofon Rondo Blue MC. But the AT and K2 are fun and good sounding.

Item: PS AUDIO Phono stage ADC ( Nuwave phono convertor) Location: Perth Price: NEW $2595 SELL FOR $1250 OVNO INC DONATION TO SNA Item Condition: Perfect Reason for selling: No need have 3 other phono stages and clearing the decks. No pun intended. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info:Have suitable box, will ship etc. Very nice condition. From PS Audio site https://www.psaudio.com/nuwave-phono-converter/ Take the best analog phono preamplifier we know how to make, combine it with a state-of-the-art Analog To Digital Converter, place them both in a hand crafted chassis, add a massive power supply, provide fully balanced class A analog outputs as well as multiple digital outputs including DSD and PCM and you have the NuWave Phono Converter. Our expertise comes from building purist analog phono preamplifiers since 1974 and, in 1985, inventing and delivering the first high-end audio DAC in our industry. And it is with this background of design experience and innovation that we address today’s need for a no-compromise device that bridges the gap between the very best analog and digital audio systems. The PS Audio NuWave Phono Converter. Use the NPC as your analog source feeding any DAC or preamplifier. Archive your analog collection of vinyl, tape or simply enjoy your records without compromise. Analog, DSD, PCM, the NPC has it all. “I can’t think of any product that impressed me as much… Review unit = purchased!” John Darko, DAR. PS Audio’s NuWave Phono Converter (NPC) is a new category that combines a state-of-the-art analog phono preamplifier and analog DSD/PCM converter together in a world’s first. This is high resolution audio at its best. The NPC is a no-compromise approach to vinyl and analog reproduction in a high end audio system. The NPC accepts inputs from any analog source from tuners to turntables. This means users can input anything from an iPod to a $100,000 turntable setup, connecting the output of the NPC directly to a DAC, computer or preamplifier. Once connected, you can play vinyl discs or any analog source either directly into your preamplifier, through the NPC’s analog outputs, or DAC through the NPC’s multiple asynchronous digital outputs. You can also connect the NPC to your computer and RIP (record) to your heart’s content in either double DSD or 192kHz 24 bit PCM. This is the device you need if you’re going to build a library. The NPC produces both DSD and PCM from its digital outputs and high resolution fully balanced analog from its audio outputs. Use the NPC as the vinyl heart of your purely analog setup or digital setup. Either way, albums and analog sources of all types come alive with the NuWave Phono Converter. http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/ps-audio-nuwave-phono-converter/ Photos: Advertisements without photos of the actual item will not be approved.

Item: Price Drop ~ Denon PMA 1055R 120 Watt Stereo Amplifier Silver Excellent Condition with Remote Location: Sydney Price: $400 ono Item Condition: Excellent. Some minor marks on the case but front panel is clean Reason for selling: I have to downsize Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Key specs: 65 watts per channel into 8 ohm speakers; 120 watts per channel into 4 ohm speakers (or driving both A and B 8 ohm speakers) total harmonic distortion 0.01% headphone socket 6 inputs: phono, CD, AUX, Tape1, Tape2 REC output selector (record one input source while listening to another) Source Direct button (bypass tone controls) Included in sale: Denon PMA 1055R Stereo Amplifier Denon RC 843 Remote Control European to figure of 8 mains lead (I used this to run and Apple AirPort Express from one of the switched mains outlets) Line to Phono adaptor (converts Phono input to Line) Hard copy manual (printed from PDF) Set of speaker leads (2) with banana plugs (4) at one end Pickup: Can be arranged from Potts Point or Blue Mountains. Further info/interior pics (not item for sale): https://insidehifi.blogspot.com/2012/06/denon-pma-1055r.html Any questions, please ask. Photos:

Item: Schiit Audio Mani phono pre-amp Location: Sydney (Eastern Suburbs / CBD) Price: $170 Item Condition: 9.5/10 Reason for selling: Moving to integrated amp with phono stage Payment Method: Pickup - Cash; Can post Australia-wide for an additional $15 via paypal / bank transfer Extra Info: Exactly what it looks like - an as-new Schiit Audio Mani phono pre-amp that I've been happily using as the first owner in my set-up for around 18 months, bought from Addicted2Audio Sydney. Switchable gain for both MM and MC cartridges, will come with wall-wart power plug. In perfect cosmetic and operating order. Photos: Advertisements without photos of the actual item will not be approved.

Item: Rebuilt 1962 Denon Nippon Columbia 12ay7/6072 Valve Phono-stage, SUT & Separate Valve Rectified Power Supply Location: Wellington New Zealand Price: $4,250.00 AUD or trade for substantial power amp? Item Condition: Vintage refurbished Reason for selling: I have 2 & keeping 1 forever Payment Method: Pickup - International Delivery - Cash, Paypal, COD Extra Info: 1962 Denon Nippon Columbia Valve 12ay7/6072 Phono-stage model AP - D78A including a switchable pair of Tamura 351 moving coil step up transformers separate valve rectified power supply. This is as rare as high quality usable vintage audio equipment gets. Originally built in the early 1960's and designed for radio station broadcast use, matched with the Denon 103 moving coil cartridge (still in production today). The specs for this phono stage work with many quality cartridges including Denon, EMT, Koetsu & others, easy to match. The circuit is updated using an Audio Note design to provide the dynamics & bandwidth demanded by modern audio systems & recordings. The undeniable fact is "they knew how to wind transformers back then". High quality audio grade components used throughout including Audionote capacitors. The sound is spectacular. The definition is razor sharp but never brittle or fatiguing. Bass slam is stunning. This is the total package. I have owned many systems but never before have I honestly said the speakers disappear. In one recording the conga player was 2 x meters outside & beyond the right speaker (system dependent). A superb moving magnet valve phono-stage, combine that with a switchable pair of original 351 Tamura moving coil step transformers worth well over $500.00 & this is a giant killer. In a recent audition it spanked a new phono-stage worth more than twice the asking price. It comes with the best of the best balanced GE triple mica blackplate 12ay7/6072 tubes, also spare sets of GE greyplates & the second best a set of NOS balanced RCA 12ay7. High quality NOS Philips rectifier. I will throw in some new production tubes as well. Over $600.00 worth of tubes. Only selling as I built 2 & will be keeping the other one forever. Grab a once in a lifetime chance to own a modernized piece of audio equipment history & then settle back to hear what your record collection was supposed to sound like........ Photos:

Item: Lejonklou Giao Moving Magnet Phono Stage & Hagerman Piccolo 2 Head Amp (selling as a combo). Location: Sydney, NSW Price: $680 Item Condition: Near Mint Reason for selling: Not using! Bought out of curiosity. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash & Paypal Extra Info: This phono combination made headlines in 2017 when Michael Fremer of Analog Planet invited readers to conduct a blind listening test using a number of combination of Moving Magnet Phono Stages and Head Amps. The combo beat all other combinations hands down. I personally picked this combination as the clear winner and was not surprised that a majority of readers liked it too. Here is the article where you can read more about it: https://www.analogplanet.com/content/perhaps-you-should-buy-mm-only-phono-preamp-if-you-are-using-mm-cartridge It cost me about $1,300 to import both items. I'm selling as a combo because I think it would be a shame to separate the 'audio voodoo' that this phono solution offers. Please feel free to ask any questions.

Item: Metaxas IKARUS stereo integrated amp with phono input by Graham Thirkell. Manual and reviews attached. Location: Melbourne Price: $1350 negotiable Item Condition: Well cared for, and checked by Open Ear Audio in April ‘19. Reason for selling: Looking for a new home where it can be used and appreciated. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: This fine amplifier was chosen for his personal use as his reference amplifier by renowned professional audio designer and acoustician Graham Thirkell. Graham’s many tape recorder designs are unmatched, and his large range of studio equipment still highly sought. Read Graham’s profile at this Audio Engineering Society link: http://www.aesmelbourne.org.au/graham-thirkell/ Graham and Kostas Metaxas had many conversations on the differences and similarities between high end and professional design and requirements, and they collaborated on occasion. The phono input on this amp is one result of that collaboration. It is difficult for me to say goodbye to this amp. Not only because it has such a beautiful sound, but also as it holds so many memories of listening together with Graham to new music and equipment. This is a once only opportunity to purchase and enjoy a piece of proud history of the design initiatives of Australian high quality audio designers. Photos: without photos of the actual item will not be approved. ___IKARUS_MANUAL_FINAL.pdf

Item: Rotel RC870BX Location: Albury 2640 Price: $170 Item Condition: Very good Reason for selling: NLR Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, Extra Info: My Rotel RC870bx Preamp is not in use anymore and having a nice phono stage i think someone may be interested in adding it to their system. It is in very good condition and works well. The print around the volume/balance dial has been removed by myself as it was getting a bit shabby. I am happy to post and also willing to work a deal. Photos: Advertisements without photos of the actual item will not be approved.

Item: Dynavector P75 Mk II phono Location: Melbourne Price: $380 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Not being used / have not bought a Dynavector cartridge as planned. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Purchased from a very knowledgeable forum member. I bought it with plans to also buy a Dynavector DV20x2, but this has not happened. Photos:

I just bought myself a new receiver, a Marantz SR7500, for my vinyl setup. It doesn't have a phono stage like my Dad's old NAD I've been using until now, so I'm after an external one. My turntable is a Technics SL-BD20 though that will likely be upgraded in the coming months. FWIW I'm just listening with headphones for now, Sennheiser HD58X, speakers will come later down the line. Preferably I'd like something under 200 downundeh dollars, and preferably not an import. Ones I've found include; Schiit Mani $269 free shipping Pro-ject Phono Box $180 + shipping Rega Phono Mini A2D $149 free shipping Pro-Ject Phono Box SE ii $200 used + shipping The Schiit is a bit pricier than I'd really like but I've heard a lot of good things about it and it has by far the most information / impressions out there. Which do you think would be the best choice, is there something else I should consider? Any insight would be greatly appreciated, thanks!

Item: Ray Samuels F-117 Nighthawk MC/MM Phono Location: Canberra Price: $500 Item Condition: Very good, no scratches, works perfectly, with original charger and box Reason for selling: Upgraded Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal,, Bank Transfer Extra Info: Pictures:

Hi gang. I'm continuing on my steep learning curve procrastination.....I mean.....research. I am setting up new gear, and plan to integrate my old Pro-ject 6.1 tt into the new system. I currently use a modest little Creek phono stage. My new setup can potentially be totally balanced front to back. No, this is not a debate about single ended vs balanced post! Rather, I am interested in advice on how to get the best out of the turntable connections (and no, it's not a post about placement, vibration isolation either!). I have a pre with balanced XLR in and out. I have true balanced XLR in Monoblock valve power amps. One set of balanced inputs to pre will be taken by a dac, leaving one spare. So (whew) this is the question. If one runs RCA leads from tt (as it is currently), are these technically carrying a balanced signal? If so, then I assume if up I use/build a phono stage that can keep a balanced signal to pre, then we still have a true balanced signal? Or, does the tt need rewiring for XLR outs? Or, does it not make a difference? Or......? Ideas?

Item: Jadis DPMC Phono Preamplifier Location: SYDNEY WEST (NSW 2190) Price: $2200 (priced cheap for a quick sale) Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: NLR Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Up for sale is my Jadis DPMC Phono stage, very good for both eyes and ears, factory 240v for AU market. I don't have the original box but can be well pack for post. Local pick up and audition can be arrange and preferred. Happy to answer what I know via PM only please. Hope she can be enjoy by another LP lover. SPECS & PRICING Gain: 0~66dB Input impedance: 47k ohm Output impedance: <1k ohm Power consumption: 30W Dimensions: 17.9** x 4.9** x 12.6** Weight: 11 kg Price: US$6900 (New) More details can be found on the review from the following link: http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/jadis-dpmc-phono-preamplifier/ Pictures:

Item: Audio Research SP17 preamp (Silver) with phono Location: Adelaide Postage: Free shipping to eastern states Price: $2000 shipped to eastern states! Item Condition: 9/10 because it is used Reason for selling: Downsizing Payment Method: COD, bank transfer or Paypal with any paypal fees Extra Info: For sale on behalf of my friend who has is downsizing to integrated system due to his age. The unit is roughly 1.5 yrs old and bought new from authorised dealer. ~100hrs use as mention by the owner. I do reckon that it might be less than that because he has been travelling a lot since after his retirement 2 years ago. I think the tubes are not even break in yet. The unit is present as new. There is no visible scratches or dings while i took the photos. All manual and remote are included. I can organise the shipping as it comes with all the original packaging for interstate buyer. Please note that this unit has the PHONO input! I can remove the two 6H30 vacuum tubes and pack them in the original box if required. His speakers will also be available for sale when i have more time to help him for the photo shoot. Pictures:

Item: Sheer Audio MM-88 Marantz 7 based phono stage Location: North Brisbane - Local sale (in person) only Price: $300 Item Condition: As new Reason for selling: No longer required - I've moved to solid state phono stages Payment Method: Pickup - Cash Extra Info: I've sourced a number of difference brand NOS tubes for this stage. All are included. All in all an extremely wide and relaxed sound stage. Very pleasant sounding. The MM-88 uses 6av6 single triode tube to replace 12ax7 dual triode which bring greater clarity, detail, transparency and have better channel separation. And MM-88 uses full valve based voltage regulation for high tension power supply. Dimensions: 26 x 26 x 19 cm Specification: power consumption: less than 25W main voltage: 220V AC@50/60Hz inputs: 1 stereo single-ended(RCA) outputs: 1 stereo single-ended(RCA) gain: 200x S/N: 88dB frequency Response: 10Hz~50kHz +- 1db weight: 7kgs tube usage: 6x 6av6, one 6x4, one 6ak5, one 6ak5, one 0a2 Pictures:

Item: PS Audio NuWave Phono Location: Sydney Hi-Fi Castle Hill Shop 7/19 Victoria Avenue Castle Hill, NSW Price: $895 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Trade In Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, Card Extra Info: PS Audio NuWave Phono Features: Full-featured Analog to Digital Converter High resolution balanced or single ended analog outputs for phono High-resolution asynchronous DSD and PCM outputs from A/D 1 stereo analog input from any source such as a tuner 1 stereo phono input Accepts low output moving coil cartridges (0.5mv) Moving magnet cartridges Passive RIAA curve Resistive cartridge load selector Mono or stereo select 100% pure analog path for the phono stage Gain select from the front panel Asynchronous digital output to 192kHz 24 bit Asynchronous DSD output at 64X and 128X Polarity invert function XLR, RCA analog outputs S/PDIF, I2S, USB digital outputs 80kHz bandwidth on A/D Converter A/D sample rate 352.8kHz DoP protocols for DSD Massive power supply Front panel OLED display RIP to either Mac or PC in DSD or PCM Build a library of your vinyl, tape or from radio broadcasts Record live events or even studio work without compromise Play live into any DAC with DSD or PCM Pictures:

Item: ME 25 Preamp with MC phono, Location: Albion Park NSW Price: $800 delivered Item Condition: As per pics. Some cosmetic blemishes on top Reason for selling: Dog needs surgery so i need to raise funds. Really need it sold Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: High performance pre offering fantastic value with factory installed MC Phono. Unmodified example that has not been corrupted by unqualified personnel. A good condition pre with a wide variety of inputs and proven history. No Remote Pictures:

Item: Pro-ject 1Expression III Carbon Mahogany finish with OM2 Red and Pro-ject speed box upgrade Location: Perth 6010 Price: $650 Item Condition: Really nice condition - no significant marks or scratches - no box Reason for selling: Too much stuff Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Pick up only - I do have a DIY Phono stage I could include if the buyer needed one - its a very nice phono stage as well. This is a really nice condition deck with the speed upgrade meaning push-button speed change and more accuracy. Pictures:

Item: Audio Research SP17 preamp (Silver) with phono Location: Adelaide Postage: Free shipping to eastern states Price: $2300 --> $2200 --> $1950 shipped to eastern states! Item Condition: 9/10 because it is used Reason for selling: Downsizing Payment Method: COD, bank transfer or Paypal with any paypal fees Extra Info: For sale on behalf of my friend who has is downsizing to integrated system due to his age. The unit is roughly 1.5 yrs old and bought new from authorised dealer. ~100hrs use as mention by the owner. I do reckon that it might be less than that because he has been travelling a lot since after his retirement 2 years ago. I think the tubes are not even break in yet. The unit is present as new. There is no visible scratches or dings while i took the photos. All manual and remote are included. I can organise the shipping as it comes with all the original packaging for interstate buyer. Please note that this unit has the PHONO input! I can remove the two 6H30 vacuum tubes and pack them in the original box if required. His speakers will also be available for sale when i have more time to help him for the photo shoot. Pictures:

Item: Clearaudio Smart Phono stage, and Schiit JIL Analogue to Digital Converter Location: South Brisbane Price: $250 each inclusive of postage by Express Post Satchel. Item Condition: excellent Reason for selling: upgrade Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: I bought the phono stage from member a few years ago and it has been great. So small, wonderful output. Can be used with both MM and MC cartridges. Have original packaging and operating instructions. I understand unit was originally purchased in Germany, and comes with adapter for Australian sockets. The Schiit JIL analogue to digital converter was purchased from Addicted to Audio in November 2018, and is as new. I purchased it to put my foot in the water with digitising vinyl, and it worked great. New price is $399. Purchase both and I will throw in a pair of Schiit PYST 6 inch RCA cables. Please PM me with any queries or interest. Pictures:

Item: Yamaha RX-V2095 Location: Abbotsford, Melbourne Price: $300 Item Condition: 8/10 (No discernable marks) Reason for selling: Selling on behalf of my bro, who's moving to the US Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Find a review here Some words from my bro (although I think mostly from the Yamaha website ): "The RX-V2095 is a 7 channel receiver providing the finest performance and processing available for music and video sound. Discrete power transistors rather than IC chips are used in the amplifier section to provide the cleanest sound possible. The amp delivers 100 watts each to the five channels i.e. Main, Centre and Rear at a very low 0.02% THD and 25 watts each to the front effects. This amp is a true audiophile quality product in perfect operating condition. I paid $2,100 for this unit and it comes packaged in a rare Gold and wood styling. Included are remotes (Main and Zone 2), AM Loop Antenna and the original User Manual." Feel free to shoot through any questions and I'll answer as soon as I can . Key Features Channels - 7.1 Output Power - 550 Watt Amplifier Output Details 140 Watt - 8 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz 170 Watt - 6 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz 220Watt - 4 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz 320 Watt - 2 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz Sound Output Type Surround Sound HDMI No Built-in Decoders DTS, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic Receiver Tuner Type Digital Receiver Tuner Bands AM/FM Response Bandwidth 10 - 50000 Hz Technical Features Input Impedance - 47 kOhm Input Sensitivity - 150 mV Power Consumption Operational - 770 Watt Connectivity 1 X AM Tuner Antenna input - rear, 1 X Analog Audio output - rear, 1 X Composite (Video) output - rear, 1 X Digital Optical output - rear, 1 X FM Tuner Antenna input - rear, 1 X Headphones output - front, 1 X Multichannel Analog Audio input - rear, 1 X Multichannel Analog Audio output - rear, 1 X RCA (2 Audio Channels) input - front, 1 X S-Video input - front, 2 X Digital Coaxial input - rear, 2 X S-Video output - rear, 3 X Analog Audio input - rear, 3 X RCA (2 Audio Channels) output - rear, 4 X Digital Optical input - rear, 4 X RCA (2 Audio Channels) input - rear, 5 X S-Video input - rear Dimensions Height - 6.77 in. (171mm) Width - 17.13 in. (435mm) Depth - 18.5 in. (470mm Weight - 47.4 lb (21.5kg) Pictures:

Item: World Audio Design KLPP1 TUBE/VALVE PHONO PRE AMPLIFIER Location: Goulburn 2580 NSW Price: 250 Item Condition: Excellent fully working Reason for selling: Too many pre amps. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, bank transfer Extra Info: An extremely well built valve powered pre amp costing around £700 when new with the ability to roll the two valves. Warm rich open valve sound making vinyl come to life. Five line inputs and tape monitor These are rare in good working order. Happy To Post at Buyers Expense Note: Totally unmodified in any way and working to original spec. Actual Photos Below. Pictures:

Item: Dynavector P75 Mk II phono Location: Melbourne Price: $380 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Not being used / have not bought a Dynavector cartridge as planned. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Purchased from a very knowledgeable forum member. I bought it with plans to also buy a Dynavector DV20x2, but this has not happened. Pictures:

Item: Pro-Ject Audio Tube Box S Phono Preamplifier Location: Canberra, ACT, 2614 Price: $350 + postage if required Item Condition: Like new Reason for selling: Simplifying my setup/cash for other items Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, Bank Transfer Extra Info: Purchased from Audio Trends in August 2016 for $490. Original receipt included. Used it for my turntable / tube amp setup, its had maybe 20 hours listening time. Comes with the supplied power supply + instruction manual. Pictures: