Post by jerm on Aug 4, 2022 21:42:47 GMT 12
The time has come where I need to start getting rid of some of Dad's gear. I thought I'd post here before listing on TM etc. If you are interested, please feel free to make me a reasonable offer.  Trans-fi Salvation Turntable with Terminator Arm - $4000 ono
Full setup, no cartridge, custom arm mount, pump etc.   Aura turntable - $SOLD
Complete, includes a bunch of arm boards and maybe spare motor from memory. Dad was a bit of a historian when it came to the Aura TT, he has a folder which has a lot of info, wiring schematics, diagrams etc, much of which he got directly from Dave Whittaker. I had considered letting this go with the TT but I have decided to digitise and put everything online for free download. I assume this info will be important to keep these Auras operational.  FR-64S tonearm - $2350 ono
 FR-12 tonearm (Silver leads) + FR-S/6 Headshell - $SOLD
Counterweight has some tarnishing but should polish up nicely.  Kenwood L-07D arm - $SOLD
The build quality on this thing is pretty amazing, beautifully machined. Includes cable.  Hadcock GH-228 Super Arm x2 - $1000 ono
There's two boxes, one of them looks complete but I'm not sure about the other one so they will go together.  Perreaux TC2 Tone Control - $SOLD
 Keith Monks Record Cleaning Machine - $SOLDPretty sure Dad serviced this and it was in semi regular use. Wharfedale drivers 4x15", 2x12" - reasonable offers
Not sure if these are really worth anything, look to be in good condition. I'm sure most of you guys will be aware but Dad wrote extensively about a lot of this gear on his blog darklanternforowen.wordpress.com/I've uploaded a whole lot more of pictures here: imgur.com/a/tGE8OcV
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Post by mijoh on Aug 5, 2022 17:04:17 GMT 12
Jeremy, I think it's an excellent idea to make Owen's Aura file available. It will complete the interesting history on the turntable on his blog. I look forward to reading it.
Mike
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Post by RdM on Aug 6, 2022 18:50:55 GMT 12
The time has come where I need to start getting rid of some of Dad's gear. I thought I'd post here before listing on TM etc. If you are interested, please feel free to make me a reasonable offer. Wharfedale drivers 4x15", 2x12" - reasonable offers
Not sure if these are really worth anything, look to be in good condition.
I'm not making offers, Jeremy;- this is just for reference. (Is it possible to find further info?)
Owen did mention Wharfedale speakers here:
"Dave Whittaker built 2 pairs of those huge GRF Autographs but I remember preferring the airiness & openness of his 3-way 15" Wharfedale Airdales."
And here's that post in its thread context.
darklantern.proboards.com/post/16150/thread
I've wondered whether he might have been contemplating a Wharfedale Econowave variant, or even open baffle works.
When you get a chance to inspect them again, how about recording the drivers, identifications, and posting them too?
Are they domestic or PA units. (Used to be Public Address but maybe now more like professional audio?)
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I was horrified to hear of his death, and sad too that I'd missed his funeral, despite it being only a few suburbs away. Circumstances. But still.
I've only just now caught up with and downloaded the funeral service photos and eulogies at although I'd read it from years earlier.
Maybe his blog could have a more prominent place in the forum?
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Thanks, and kind regards;=})
Ross
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Post by michaelw on Aug 7, 2022 14:45:53 GMT 12
Some good pieces, at fair prices. Sweet tunes  Will you be keeping the SP10 for yourself ?
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Post by jeb950 on Aug 7, 2022 16:26:35 GMT 12
Fantastic stuff. I would love to grab some but alas not this time.
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Post by jerm on Aug 8, 2022 15:52:05 GMT 12
Some good pieces, at fair prices. Sweet tunes Will you be keeping the SP10 for yourself ? Ultimately yes, but for now it will stay where it is, in his system. I will return the Terminator to the Salvation and refit the Analog Instruments arm.
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Post by jerm on Aug 8, 2022 15:55:32 GMT 12
The time has come where I need to start getting rid of some of Dad's gear. I thought I'd post here before listing on TM etc. If you are interested, please feel free to make me a reasonable offer. Wharfedale drivers 4x15", 2x12" - reasonable offers
Not sure if these are really worth anything, look to be in good condition.
I'm not making offers, Jeremy;- this is just for reference. (Is it possible to find further info?)
Owen did mention Wharfedale speakers here:
"Dave Whittaker built 2 pairs of those huge GRF Autographs but I remember preferring the airiness & openness of his 3-way 15" Wharfedale Airdales."
And here's that post in its thread context.
darklantern.proboards.com/post/16150/thread
I've wondered whether he might have been contemplating a Wharfedale Econowave variant, or even open baffle works.
When you get a chance to inspect them again, how about recording the drivers, identifications, and posting them too?
Are they domestic or PA units. (Used to be Public Address but maybe now more like professional audio?)
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I was horrified to hear of his death, and sad too that I'd missed his funeral, despite it being only a few suburbs away. Circumstances. But still.
I've only just now caught up with and downloaded the funeral service photos and eulogies at although I'd read it from years earlier.
Maybe his blog could have a more prominent place in the forum?
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Thanks, and kind regards;=})
Ross
Hi Ross, Hmm too be honest I don't think he had a plan for them, maybe just some pieces he picked up at auctions or soemthing. There are some pictures of the back plates at the bottom of the imgur link I posted above.
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Post by Citroen on Aug 8, 2022 16:00:06 GMT 12
I reckon you should fit the FR-64 (or the Kenwood) to the SP10 for a visual and sonic match.
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Post by michaelw on Aug 8, 2022 16:57:04 GMT 12
Did Owen have a Wand tonearm at some stage or was it just a review sample ?
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Post by RdM on Aug 8, 2022 20:11:09 GMT 12
Hmm too be honest I don't think he had a plan for them, maybe just some pieces he picked up at auctions or soemthing. There are some pictures of the back plates at the bottom of the imgur link I posted above.
Ah, thanks;- I'd looked at that link but didn't notice or click on the "Load 35 more images" button until now. Yes I see . They do look quite old, antique even. Maybe list them in TradeMe Vintage? Somewhere maybe still packed I have an early book by Gilbert A. Briggs on Wharfedale speakers.
This search link might even provide more info, including perhaps some pdf extracts, individual speaker reviews etc.
Hope that helps! Cheers ~
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Post by jerm on Aug 8, 2022 20:54:52 GMT 12
I reckon you should fit the FR-64 (or the Kenwood) to the SP10 for a visual and sonic match. There is already an FR-64 on the SP-10, with Koetsu Rosewood Signature mounted.
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Post by jerm on Aug 8, 2022 20:56:13 GMT 12
Did Owen have a Wand tonearm at some stage or was it just a review sample ? I think he had a very early one on loan for a period from simonb . More recently we discussed getting one to put on one of my SL-1210 MK2s though.
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Post by Dom on Aug 12, 2022 15:56:08 GMT 12
OMG - am I late the party!! Was there a Decca cart, Jerm? DD
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Post by jerm on Aug 12, 2022 19:30:35 GMT 12
OMG - am I late the party!! Was there a Decca cart, Jerm? DD Hi Dom, There is, but I haven’t advertised it, I guess it’s for sale though. I believe it’s ‘Super Gold’ model with the ‘Decapod’ mod. DM me and e can talk. J
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Post by jerm on Mar 20, 2024 19:35:32 GMT 12
The time has come where Mum is likely to be moving and I need to start shifting more of Dad's things. First up are the following: Deca ‘Super Gold’ cart with ‘Decapod’ mod, with box etc - $1200 ono
A uniquely designed cartridge which I think this was one of Dad's current favourites, it was mounted on the Terminator arm when he passed. Info here: darklanternforowen.wordpress.com/2020/07/03/london-decca-cartridge-decapod/FR-64S tonearm which looks to be in very good condition. - $2200 ono
There is a cable but looks to have been modified, most importantly, the plugs are there and in good condition. Fostex T90A super-tweeters, in good condition with original packaging. - $600 onoSome images here imgur.com/a/b7tfTLm. FR-64S was a bit dusty when I took the photos but I dusted it off and it looks prestine. Feel free to make a reasonable offer. If not sold they will make their way to FBM/TM Cheers, Jeremy
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Post by Citroen on Mar 21, 2024 15:38:50 GMT 12
The time has come where I need to start getting rid of some of Dad's gear. Aura turntable - $SOLD
Complete, includes a bunch of arm boards and maybe spare motor from memory. Dad was a bit of a historian when it came to the Aura TT, he has a folder which has a lot of info, wiring schematics, diagrams etc, much of which he got directly from Dave Whittaker. I had considered letting this go with the TT but I have decided to digitise and put everything online for free download. I assume this info will be important to keep these Auras operation. As an aside, jerm did you ever get around to getting these online?
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Post by travisb on Mar 21, 2024 16:04:57 GMT 12
Hey Jeremy I'm interested, feel free to call me on 0211042841 cheers The time has come where Mum is likely to be moving and I need to start shifting more of Dad's things. First up are the following: Deca ‘Super Gold’ cart with ‘Decapod’ mod, with box etc - $1200 ono
A uniquely designed cartridge which I think this was one of Dad's current favourites, it was mounted on the Terminator arm when he passed. Info here: darklanternforowen.wordpress.com/2020/07/03/london-decca-cartridge-decapod/FR-64S tonearm which looks to be in very good condition. - $2200 ono
There is a cable but looks to have been modified, most importantly, the plugs are there and in good condition. Fostex T90A super-tweeters, in good condition with original packaging. - $600 onoSome images here imgur.com/a/b7tfTLm. FR-64S was a bit dusty when I took the photos but I dusted it off and it looks prestine. Feel free to make a reasonable offer. If not sold they will make their way to FBM/TM Cheers, Jeremy
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Post by jerm on Mar 22, 2024 15:17:50 GMT 12
The time has come where I need to start getting rid of some of Dad's gear. Aura turntable - $SOLD
Complete, includes a bunch of arm boards and maybe spare motor from memory. Dad was a bit of a historian when it came to the Aura TT, he has a folder which has a lot of info, wiring schematics, diagrams etc, much of which he got directly from Dave Whittaker. I had considered letting this go with the TT but I have decided to digitise and put everything online for free download. I assume this info will be important to keep these Auras operation. As an aside, jerm did you ever get around to getting these online? No I haven't yet, it is still on my list though. Just waiting for the kids to grow up a bit so I have some free time. 
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Post by Citroen on Mar 22, 2024 15:58:09 GMT 12
Even when they've left home they'll probably still keep you busy!
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