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03-27-2014, 06:37 AM
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VPI and Masterlu
Yesterday I was blessed!!
Service just doesn't get any better. A couple of months ago, I bought a new VPI Classic 3 turntable. I bought it from Ivan aka Masterlu. I tried to setup the turntable with a new Ortofon black cartridge that I have. It was my 1st experience with vinyl since the 80's. It sounded very unsatisfying. When I told Ivan of my thoughts, he asked me if I need some assistance. I gladly accepted and we made arrangements. Yesterday at 4PM I hear this wonderful sound pull up in to my driveway. It is the kind of sound that this audiophile loves. The sound of a gorgeous red Ferrari. Last time I looked at this Ferrari, it was at Ivan's house. After prying my eyes and ears away from the Ferrari, we walked in to my house to tackle the turntable. Of course Ivan is always prepared with a plethora of tools. He worked with the Classic 3 for a little over 1 1/2 hours while explaining the individual settings and steps. It was truly a learning process for me. He was very patient with a couple of parts that frustrated me. I am generally a very patient person. I even remember thinking "How can the guy that just pulled up in a Ferrari, dealing with South Florida rush hour traffic, be so patient". Well guys, it paid off in spades. When Ivan finished my turntable, we sat down and listed to the end result. Analog is sooooo sweet!!! I will get more time for critical listening this weekend. 2 main things I learned today. Ivan is the right person to buy all my equipment from. He gives true meaning to customer service before and after the sale. Thank you Ivan, I truly thank you for the time you took out of your busy schedule to help me. The 2nd thing I learned was that VPI was an excellent choice for a new turntable. Actually, FYI, I learned a lot more yesterday. Just 2 audiophiles, hanging out and talking about what we love. 
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03-27-2014, 07:50 AM
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I almost regret not living in the US to be able to buy all my gear from him.
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03-27-2014, 07:56 AM
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Now there's something you don't often see in the driveway - a customer service guy driving a red Ferrari.
 Sounds like you two had a great time. Enjoy your all vinyl weekend. 
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03-27-2014, 08:00 AM
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Of course, it probably only took him 5 minutes.
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03-27-2014, 08:15 AM
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Ivan has never even met me and has been the number one supporter and help into the world of Hi-Fi. As much as possible he will always have my business and support.
After we talked on the phone Sean I knew a proper setup of the VPI would set things right, congrats! Also have to say that AA is by far the best resource for Hi-Fi enthusiasts. I love this forum. Sent from my iPhone using A.Aficionado
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03-27-2014, 08:45 AM
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Sean... I had a lot of fun dialing in your VPI, and listening to your great sounding rig!
I appreciate your kind words 
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Ivan FLORIDA MX136, MC1.2KW(10) MC2KW(2), MCD1100, MS750(2) MVP881, C1000C/P/T, MPC1500, HT-2 SUBS(2) HT3F(2) WS350(2) XRT2K, XCS2K, XR27(2) XCS350(2) JL GOTHAM v2 SUBS(2) SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, LUMAGEN RADIANCE SCALER, SONY VPH-G90U 4K PROJECTOR, STEWART 120" MOTORIZED SCREEN, CINEMA-TECH SEATING, WW PLATINUM CABLES Reference System: ACCUPHASE A300 AMPS, C3900 PRE-AMP, DP1000 CD/SACD TRANSPORT, DC1000 DIGITAL PROCESSOR, DG-68 DIGITAL EQUALIZER, T1200 FM STEREO TUNER, PS1230 POWER SUPPLY, HRS-SXR CUSTOM RACK w/ M3X SHELVES, TAD REFERENCE ONE MK2 LOUDSPEAKERS, WW PLATINUM CABLES CAPE COD MX150, MC501(2) MC1.2KW(10) MC2301(2) MR88, MVP881, MCD1100, MDA1000, C1000C/P/T, MPC1500, ESOTERIC K-01X 30th ANNIVERSARY (BLACK) SACD/CD PLAYER, G02-X CLOCK, HT3F(2) XRT2K, XCS2K, XR27(2) JL GOTHAM v2 SUBS(2) JL FATHOM F113v2 SUBS(4) SOUND ANCHOR STANDS(2) KALEIDESCAPE STRATO & TERRA SERVERS 80-TB, LUMAGEN RADIANCE SCALER, SONY VPH-G90U 4K PROJECTOR, STEWART 120" SCREEN, SONUS FABER STRADIVARI, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, FORTRESS SEATING, WW PLATINUM CABLES Analog Rig: CLEARAUDIO INNOVATION WOOD, UNIVERSAL ARM w/ Da VINCI' CART, 2nd UNIVERSAL ARM w/ GOLDFINGER STATEMENT CART, HRS-MXR REFERENCE RACK-GLOSS BLACK w/ M3X SHELVES, AESTHETIX RHEA SIG PHONO-PRE, BRYSTON BHA-1 HEADPHONE AMP, WW PLATINUM CABLES Reference System: BURMESTER 911MK3 AMP(3), 088 PRE-AMP, 089 CD PLAYER, 100 PHONO PRE-AMP, 948 POWER CONDITIONER, ACCUPHASE DG-68 VOICING EQUALIZER, AVID ACUTUS REFERENCE SP TT, GRAHAM PHANTOM II SUPREME ARM, BENZ MICRO LP-S CART, GRANDIOSO P1X/D1X STACK, G1X RUBIDIUM MASTER CLOCK, N05 NETWORK PLAYER, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, HRS-SXR CUSTOM RACK w/ M3X SHELVES, SONUS FABER AIDA SPEAKERS, JL FATHOM F113v2 SUBS(2) SOUND ANCHOR STANDS(2) WW PLATINUM CABLES Library System: GRANDIOSO M1 MONOBLOCK AMPS, C1 LINESTAGE PRE-AMP, K1X CD/SACD PLAYER, G1 MASTER RUBIDIUM CLOCK, E02 PHONO-PRE, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, AERIAL ACOUSTICS 20T V2, AERIAL SW12 SUBS(2), CANTON REF K1’s, VPI HRX TT w/ SDS POWER SUPPLY, ORTOFON CADENZA BLACK CART, KLAUDIO RCM, SHUNYATA DENALI 6000/S v2, SHUNYATA OMEGA QR’s, WW PLATINUM CABLES Esoteric/Bryston System: ESOTERIC C02-X PRE-AMP, P-02X TRANSPORT, D02-X DAC, G02-X CLOCK, BRYSTON 28B3 CUBED MONOBLOCK AMPS(4), BRYSTON BHA-1 HEADPHONE AMP, SHUNYATA DENALI 6000/S v2(2) EVEREST 8000 POWER CONDITIONER(2) ALTAIRA CG & SG HUBS, AMR-DP777-SE DAC, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, TAD REFERENCE ONE MK2 LOUDSPEAKERS, QUADRASPIRE RACK, WW PLATINUM CABLES Accuphase/Canton System: ACCUPHASE E800 INTEGRATED, DP570 CD/SACD PLAYER, T1200 FM STEREO TUNER, DG-68 VOICING EQUALIZER, PS530 POWER SUPPLY, CANTON REF K3’s, CANTON REF K5’s, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, HRS MXR REFERENCE MAHOGHANY RACK w/ M3X2 SHELVES, WW GOLD CABLES
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03-27-2014, 09:14 AM
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Bravo. Tip hat. Salute. You are THE man!
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Preamp: McIntosh C1100T/C1100C, McIntosh MX180 Amp: McIntosh MC611 (2), MC601 (3), MI254 Digital: McIntosh D1100, McIntosh MCT450, Meridian 808v6, Aurender N20, Aurender ACS10, Oppo 203 Analog: McIntosh MT10, Hana Umami Red Phono preamp: Simaudio Moon 610LP, 820S Signal cables: WW Gold Eclipse 7 speaker cables; Shunyata Sigma v2 XLR (2); Sigma v1 XLR (2), Transparent Ref XL (MM2) XLR; WW Silver Eclipse 7 (4) Digital cables: Shunyata Omega USB, Omega Ethernet, Sigma Ethernet; WW Platinum 7 Coax, AES/EBU Switch: Innuos PhoenixNet Power: Audioquest Niagara 7000, Audioquest 5000, Audioquest Dragon, Hurricane PC, Shunyata Alpha HC, AQ NRG Edison outlets, (8) 20 amp dedicated lines, 125 amp subpanel Speakers: Wilson Sasha DAW, Dynaudio Contour 30, Dynaudio Contour 25C Subs: REL s/812 (6), REL s/510 (3) Accessories: HRS M3X2 shelf (MT10), Stillpoints Ultra II v2 w/ bases (21), Ultra SS (12), Mini (12), LPi v1 Sound treaments: Artnovion
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03-27-2014, 03:01 PM
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That's awesome! But it's Ivan...I'm not surprised.
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