My name is Trev. I am from the UK.  I am a headphone fanatic and have mainly posted on the headfi site til now. I am in awe of the wonderful equipment and efforts you have taken in getting the most out of your vinyl. Believe me when I say that my HiFiMan HE-6 First Watt F6 Power Amp and Quad ESL 2.0 Virtual Speakers are absolutely ruthless in revealing the difference between a good vinyl setup and a so so one. I have a Rega Planar 2 and am so impressed with all your work I am seriously considering scrapping the 2 years of work I spent creating sub standard rips using a Mini A2D USB Preamp.

Singer David Bowie has died at the age of 69 from cancer.

His son, film director Duncan Jones, confirmed the news and a statement was issued on his social media accounts. "David Bowie died peacefully today surrounded by his family after a courageous 18-month battle with cancer," it said. "While many of you will share in this loss, we ask that you respect the family's privacy during their time of grief."

Bowie's hits include Let's Dance, Space Oddity, Starman, Modern Love, Heroes, Under Pressure, Rebel, Rebel and Life on Mars. He was also well known for creating his flamboyant alter ego Ziggy Stardust.

The singer only released his latest album Blackstar on his birthday on Friday. The album, which includes just seven songs, has been well received by critics. His son wrote on Twitter: "Very sorry and sad to say it's true. I'll be offline for a while. Love to all."

Bowie's long-time friend and producer Tony Visconti said Blackstar was the singer's "parting gift" to the world. He wrote on Facebook: "He always did what he wanted to do. And he wanted to do it his way and he wanted to do it the best way. "His death was no different from his life - a work of art. He made Blackstar for us, his parting gift. "I knew for a year this was the way it would be. I wasn't, however, prepared for it. He was an extraordinary man, full of love and life. He will always be with us."

Tributes have also been paid to Bowie from across the world of entertainment.

Brian Eno, who collaborated with Bowie on his albums Low and Heroes, said: "Words cannot express... rest in peace David Bowie".

Bowie collaborator Rick Wakeman wrote on Twitter: "As I'm sure you can imagine I'm gutted hearing of David's passing. He was the biggest influence & encouragement I could ever have wished for."

Madonna said she was "devastated" and that Bowie had "changed her life". She wrote on Twitter: "Talented . Unique. Genius. Game Changer. The Man who Fell to Earth. Your Spirit Lives on Forever!"

Rapper Kanye West said: "David Bowie was one of my most important inspirations, so fearless, so creative, he gave us magic for a lifetime."

Comedian and actor Ricky Gervais, who convinced Bowie to star as himself and ridicule Gervais in an episode of 2006 sitcom Extras, simply wrote: "I just lost a hero. RIP David Bowie."

Scottish musician Midge Ure, who helped organised the Live Aid concert in 1985 - at which Bowie performed - told ITV's Good Morning Britain: "He wasn't just a brilliant songwriter and an amazing creator, he excelled at everything. He gave us the point to run towards, we are all still trying to run towards that, everyone."

Click here to read more of the story from the BBC.

Neumann TLM 102 Condenser Cardioid Microphone

Detailed item info:

Description
The Neumann TLM 102 is a compact, handy and portable microphone. The Cardioid pickup pattern of this Neumann plug-in mic gives excellent off-axis rejection for desired sounds. This Neumann condenser microphone is capable of producing high-quality audio signal. Featuring a large pressure gradient condenser capsule, this Neumann plug-in mic can easily handle extremely high SPL levels. Engineered using transformerless circuitry, this Neumann condenser microphone ensures quiet operation and clean audio output. With a standard 3-pin XLR connector, the Neumann TLM 102 microphone can be used with various sound systems and devices.

Product Identifiers

Brand	Neumann
Model	TLM 102
MPN	8627, TLM 102 - NICKEL
UPC	4006087086261, 615104086265, 615104086272

Key Features
Connectivity   Plug-in
Professional Compatibility   Recording
Sound Mode   Mono
Type   Condenser Microphone
Usage   Professional

Technical Features
Impedance   50 ohms
Directivity   Cardioid
Effective Output Level   -39.17 dBm
Frequency Response   20 - 20000 Hz

Plug
Plug Type   XLR

Dimensions
Weight   9.17 oz

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I managed to find some of the pictures I took while doing the upgrade. 

If I was going to do it over, I would have ran the wires directly to the RCA jacks instead of to the PC board.

It's never too late Thanks!

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