Room Tour + Audio System! Clearaudio Concept MC, Peachtree Nova & Record Collection

[@MegaBaller234]

Hey noble, I'm new seller and I've just been flipping lots of records and selling them in smaller lots. My last purchase was 150 jazz records for $250. So, I've been doing well and found great cool stuff but I'd like to increase my margins a bit. Could you make a video on your process of grading a vinyl, finding the value of the vinyl on discogs/popsike, and finally pricing the vinyl according the it's condition? It would be great help to new sellers like me and I'm sure others would enjoy watching it too!

[@tbates860]

Thanks for the tour Dillon very impressed with your music room.

[@tonytrevino4710]

Really nice setup! Thanks for sharing! I’d love to see your Grateful Dead collection. I couldn’t believe you had a reel-to-reel of American Beauty! Thanks again for showing your setup! Peace! 😎⚡️🎶🎸🌈✌️

[@TheIoMeroMero]

Wow! Great place n' gear you've got. A very happy musicphile n' not an poser audiophile. Fan from now on! Keep it up

[@josephblackwelder3625]

Love hearing about your system, i bet it sounds damn good. Thanks for all the videos you’ve been putting out. always great.

[@arasandthevolodkas]

If I may offer a couple of suggestions: place the speakers proud of the shelves/ console, the furniture could be messing with the sound. I'd also say it would be good to get them away from the wall. I'd also pick up some sound absorption panels from gek, you will notice a big difference in sound! I like your videos, thank you for all you do.

[@masonminor333]

Glad to see you're keepin' it high 'n tight and following proto, brother. Keep featherin' it

[@tomdavis6371]

What a terrific video! You have a nice set-up and listening room there, too. You are right on the SLD2, it was my very first brand new table back in my youth along with a Grace F-8/L cartridge. I used it for a couple of years before purchasing a Denon DP-55K. Those JBL's are sweet and the Peachtree is a nice piece. What I especially appreciate about your tour is that it appears you are very happy with your set-up and over the decades I have come to think that any music enthusiast really only needs to please hims/her own self. I don't have anything big name fancy any more. My main system is a simple one consisting of an Emotiva XDA-2 power amplifier, Adcom pre-amp, Marantz 5003 CD player and a vintage pair of KEF 104/2 loudspeakers. No more turntable or vinyl as I got out of the vinyl several years ago. When you get older it begins to get rough moving crate after crate of LP's around if/when you relocate and stairs aren't your friend anymore. Organization of music has always been a simple alphabetical system with the caveat being that I tend to catalog music in such a way of alphabetizing usin"The" as in The Beatles, The Grateful Dead, etc. Kind of dumb I know but worked for me! I love the attitude of being an enthusiast as opposed to being an audiophile. My focus is on the listening. I like it to sound really good to my ears without ever having to outspend my needs. You won't find high end cables or blocks suspending speaker wires over the carpet here. But to each his/her own. Nice job!

[@mr.jazzfusionhiphop1298]

I like the set-up, reminds me of my audio file days. A smile came to my face when I saw the Pioneer reel to reel. I have that same reel that I bought new in 1980. I use to have people come over with there vinyl and record copies. Now that same reel sits in the original box, haven't used it in years. Sorry Dylan I've turned into a digital music guy in my old age.

[@jmfloyd23]

Great video Dillion. I too own the RT-707 Had the direction bulbs converted to LED’s and capacitors/resistors updated and or replaced. Very solid machine. Also have the 909 as well. I had a Linn Basik table in the early 2000’s story on it was I bought it at the local flea market for $25...yes $25! I about fell over lol the guy didn’t know what he had. The stylus was shot and yes it had a Linn cartridge. Sadly it died 6 years later, motor went out. But hey, it was a joy to use! I have a nice library of factory recorded reels myself. You would be envious of some of the titles in there😯 Have a great weekend my vinyl lovin’ brother!

[@highrantdistrict]

Good stuff! I'm with you in that I value what is pleasing to my ears rather than specifications. Just enjoy the music. Cheers, Tom

[@therecordcollectorsclub]

Loving this video Dilion! Set up is awesome! Loving the procrastination area!

[@danielphillips7537]

Nice sound system! Thanks for the tour.

[@tonymontana897]

Excellent stuff there Dylan. I love it. I have Monitor Audio MA-1800 Gold speakers from the mid 90s ( I am the original owner too) and they sound absolutely incredible too. Something about the Monitor Speakers that makes them sound so nice. I'm no speaker expert but they are one of the most underrated speakers. My ultimate goal would be to purchase the Tannoy Kensington. OMG, the most beautiful things I've ever seen !! Thanks for the video.

[@twofromthetrunk9932]

Love the setup. I wish more people in the VC would do a tour. Great stuff.

[@mymixture965]

Respect for keeping your collection so tight. If i would have a record store I would go crazy.

[@noblerecords]

Thank you! This is just year one so check back in 5 years 🤣🤣🤣

[@robstellung]

hello, been watching for ages but only just actually subscribed. I love what you do and the way you do it. Rave on.

[@mrhoffame]

Great set up. If you would, in a up coming video can you kind of give us a wide pan of the entire room? I was hoping to see the "big picture" because these are ALWAYS my favorite VC vids lol. Considering the number of awesome records you come across I think you have done a FANTASTIC job or keeping your collection under control. You could easily have 5 times as much as you do lol. I have that 707 Reel to Reel player and I LOVE it as well. Best one I've ever had.

[@RadioShack-vo2sn]

HAVING WORKED FOR RADIO SHACK FOR OVER 25 YEARS, YOUR REALISTIC RECEIVER IS AWESOME -- THE PHONO STAGE IN IT IS PROBABLY PRETTY GOOD SOUNDING, NOT LIKE THE LEHMANN, BUT FOR ITS TIME, REAL ANALOG. SWEET SETUP.....

[@berryhamstra7782]

Wow, great to see Bug is on the turntable.

[@mattlovell4213]

I spotted your stp core 2015 rsd on yellow translucent vinyl in your transition section, I just sold my open copy for $135 and immediately bought an unopened copy for $102, win!!

[@TheRecordSpinner]

Very solid yet modest setup! Love the feature of a tape deck, as much of a hassle those things are in terms of parts breaking down, it has an sweet old school aesthetic look to it. Would you do a video talking about your turntable journey and the various turntables you may have used during your time collecting? All the best!

[@Carsonchildersmusicnow]

I didn’t expect all the new and Mofi stuff! Love your setup! I have a Rega Planar 3 that I adore. A friend got a Rega Planar 2 that I’m also really happy with. They’re super solid for people looking for mid/upper mid level.

[@noblerecords]

Yes those are excellent!

[@snowrs1]

Add a sub platter and the Planar 3 becomes a fantastic turn table. Running it with a Ortofon Black and Orange and it sings.

[@TheVinylCorner1]

Always love seeing the cave 😍👍🏻

[@matthewhargerphotography]

Nice setup. All that matters is how it sounds to you. We have similar taste in music and appreciate hearing about albums I was not aware of. That Bonny Light Horseman album is fantastic.

[@8stringmonkey]

Renewing my love of vinyl from when I was a kid at my grandma's she had one of those monster consoles with a turntable, 8 track, and tuner. All I have now is one of those $60 turntables (with a better stylus on order) and three albums- Thriller, DSOTM, and Abbey Road. I gotta step up my game lol.

[@Natemasterflex]

Love your vids, didn’t realize I wasn’t a subscriber! Am now 🤘

[@colinstables2345]

Yeah good setup,thanks for sharing.

[@hap7454]

Great turntable story. Thanx for the vid!

[@garysvinyldungeon2764]

I used to own the Pioneer 707, nice tape deck. Nice set up Dylan.

[@myke104uk]

Ah dude, I could lose several months of my life in that room! Nice work!

[@lucasvieira283]

Loose or spend? Hehe

[@preston8836]

I dont think you'd be losing it i think you'd gain some life, or at least knowledge about it

[@paulkane2391]

Great video. I had 2 pairs of L100's (one pair of regular L-100's, and one pair of L-100 Centuries) which I had gotten - get this - as a throw-in on a small Kenwood receiver on Craigslist. I paid the lady $40.00 (it was all I had with me at the time) just to show my appreciation. She said they were too big and she didn't want them. They were fine, but didn't have the original grills (they had the grill frames, but with some sort of fabric over them rather than the "egg crates." My total out-of-pocket for the two pairs was $15.00 - and I would up selling both pairs at different times later on (after enjoying them for about 6-7 years) for $350.00 and $400.00. I love hearing about people's great yard sale and thrift store scores. Make me very happy. I'm also glad that I'm not alone in good fortune like that. I would up replacing the L-100's with some B&W's which I just like a little better. Have a great weekend.

[@TheVinylGuru]

Paul Kane wow damn! Killer story

[@mikeheffernan265]

900th like. sick! great video man. enjoy the channel.

[@DakTirCue]

Love Forever Changes on reel!!!!! sooo cooooooll!!! I have the nova 300... class D amps coming a long way!! love the channel bud!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks man!!!

[@Yatri234]

Nice collection and setup.

[@reginaldlawrence412]

WOW great set up you have there.

[@michaeltache3681]

I just got a Rega Planar 3 w Exact 2 cart instead of my vintage TT with a Shite V15 type IV (Jico NEO SAS) and I can't believe the difference. Didn't appreciate the value of a new TT as opposed to vintage. Wish I did this 5 years ago. Goes great with Arcam receiver and B&V 683 s2 speakers. Excellent!

[@AnxiousSeeker]

Very cool setup dude!!

[@beatlebrad5339]

This was fun to see all of this !!!! All the best to you .

[@noblerecords]

Thanks brad!

[@beatlebrad5339]

@@noblerecords You got it !!!

[@ryanblackcat1326]

I have a set of B&W DM 601 S2 that I use. I love them. I like a good midrange sound & they have it. I bought them new in 1998 I think.

[@BadEnglishRecs]

Great looking room. Thanks for letting us visit there. mr. Finglish (Bäd English Recs)

[@captainhifi6285]

Ahoy Dillon! What a coincidence, I have the same model Pioneer Reel to Reel. Anchors Weigh!

[@vinyljoe8861]

Same turntable I have. It sure is great. Wish I could get some of your rock records tho. Mostly jazz here. Thanks for the video.

[@marcusstaley6644]

Just watched the video and I just got my peachtree this week !

[@bergstep]

Nice setup! Spotted David Axelrod's Song of Innocence on the floor, that's a killer album, tough to find an original copy...

[@robmills537]

Hi Dillon you have a very nice system there, the main thing about hifi is if you like it that's all that matters. Keep on rocking buddy.

[@stevesstuff1450]

Nice! That ClearAudio turntable is excellent! As you mentioned, for folks wanting a decent 'budget' turntable, then you can't go wrong with the newer Audio Technica AT-LP120X version.... Much improved, and silent quartz-locked direct drive motor, and a much more refined tone-arm - no play in the bearings, the counterweight actually matches the weight it shows (unlike the older version!), and of course, the anti-skate works perfectly too.... This turntable is pretty much the modern day equivalent of the old classic 80s Technics direct drives as far as arm/motor performance goes! It sounds pretty damn good too for only $250 - especially with the supplied AT-VM95E cartridge... it's a bargain, and quality product! If you can stretch a bit higher then maybe a Pro-Ject T1, or Debut Carbon, or maybe a Rega P1/P2...? Not sure on the USA prices of those - they're still considered 'budget' here in the UK!! I like the Audio Technica overall because of the direct-drive, the good quality arm, and ease of cartridge changing, and the sound quality - to my ears, it matches the Rega and Pro-Ject easily, and has a propulsive drive to the music that only a direct-drive (or even older idler drive ) deck can give... :-) And at $250, it's a bargain!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks!!!

[@nclare7]

Great info. Thanks!

[@mdit21]

The turntable I had was a Technics direct drive linear SL J3 model (I should still have it, somewhere). It worked for me. Yes, I'm not a tape fan either. I just recorded my records onto cassettes so as to save some wear and tear on my albums. Then, CDs came along. ...but I still have my records!😊

[@Tnapvrvideo]

Wonderful set-up and collection. I have never seen or heard a reel-to-reel played. Could you do a video on that unit where you actually load a tape and play a song. I am quite interested in seeing this gem perform. Thanks!

[@vinyl1Earthlink]

When you get to higher-end equipment, good matching becomes important. As you found out, the Concept MC puts out a very low signal, .4 millivolts, compared to 3-5 millivolts for a typical moving magnet. You've got a Black Cube Statement, which offers 61 dB of gain in the MC input, which should be plenty. However, out of the box, it only offers input impedance of either 100 ohms or 1000 ohms. You are probably using 100 ohms, but it might sound better with a slightly higher loading. You can also buy a separate power supply from Lehmann, which most users consider a major upgrade. As most MC cartridge users know, the stylus in in MC is not user-replaceable. I see that Clearaudio states that the stylus will last up to 8000 hours, but most experienced users would not expect a MC cartridge to last that long. The most durable ones I've used, the Benz Reference II and the van Den Hul One, lasted somewhere between 2000 and 3000 hours. Once they get up there, the sound quality starts to gradually deteriorate, and then declines sharply. It's not just the stylus, it's the suspension and the cantilever as well. Hope this helps - happy listening!

[@thevinyltruffle]

vinyl1Earthlink r/whoosh

[@TheVinylGuru]

This comment turned me on.

[@tonyharrison2542]

Very nice rig Dillon.

[@thomasedward2231]

I have some vintage 1977 Decade L36 from a yard sale. They looked peach - stunned at their condition but wasn’t sure how they would sound. Good lord I love them.

[@noblerecords]

Funny enough, when I got the JBL-L100s I also got a pair of L-36s which I still have. I need to refoam them.

[@thomasedward2231]

Noble Records I had no expectations. I have some incredible British monitors (no name dropping lol ) but my L36s love to party! I was missing a fun rock and roll speaker and didn’t even know it 😂 Great room! Great gear. I’m in GA. I’ll make a visit to your shop in 2020 🙏🏽

[@MrLovell1971]

Dillon cool audio setup that Peachtree amp looks very cool that's tripped out you still needed a pre amp for your amp. JBL at a yard sale thats a dream I've been to tons yard sales never scored big like that the grills look minty. You main speakers look awesome. Killer Mofi collection man I shoot myself i shoul of jumped on them One Steps when they first came out i just recently bought SRV Texas Flood One Step man it sounds outstanding thanks for sharing your audio set up Dillon peace and take care. Lovellandrew

it's a PHONO preamp that he needed, because of the moving coil cartridge. It steps up the signal.

[@noblerecords]

Yes exactly

[@noblerecords]

Thanks man, yeah the SRV one step is amazing!

[@rollingtroll]

The 909 is nice, but if you want trouble, get that one. If you ever want to go 10", the Teac A-3300SX is a very solid choice. Sounds great, always works. As for the 707, main issue you'll have when you keep using it is that the right pinch roller will run dry (I mean, the right roller, the left one is just a fancy looking tape guide). The deck all of a sudden will start having speed issues. Just take the pinch roller off, put some oil on the axle it's rotating around, pinch roller back, years of playing. RT-707's are amazing. I miss mine even though I barely use open reel tape anymore. Audiophile tip; Try the Schiit Mani. I know the Black Cube is in a way different price range. But I still suggest you do ;).

[@popsandclicks]

Great tour, you some really good stuff there!

[@noblerecords]

Thanks!

[@georgwilliams444]

David Axelrod's song of Innocence!! damn you!!!

[@dalehunter9458]

I have the same speakers, nice system 👍

[@seano218]

New to your channel and I like tour style and knowledge! Just piece of knowledge for you to improve your sound for free, pull your speakers out into the room more (ideally, in front of your gear) and you'll notice a better center image and detail as well as a deeper soundstage too. Try it, you can always put them back... but I bet once you do, you won't, lol! Really dig your stuff and content, thank you!!!

[@thenow5559]

Very cool set up! I noticed with my speaker placement, when i moved them about 2 feet off the wall, the sound and bass improved greatly. Before that, bass was too boomy. I use Sony SF6000 Floor standing speakers.

[@jmfloyd23]

Totally agree! Speaker placement is everything!

[@jimgardiner1558]

Good honest video. Like you I am not an "Audiophile" but I do like decent sound reproduction. I also have the "Clearaudio Concept" turntable and I love it. I bought it new and couldn't afford the moving coil cartridge at the time (too bad since my Denon amplifier has a moving coil input). Maybe someday but for now the Clearaudio MM cartridge will have to do. I went through several vintage turntables but found the maintenance too much of a pain. Even my vintage Denon amplifier needed some maintenance (basically just cleaning switches and pots). I like the look of your main speakers (not such a big fan of JBL's which I find are more of a rock speaker). I like a speaker with a flat response curve but with decent bass extension as long as it is clean/tight base). I designed and built my own transmission line speakers and I like the way they sound. Don't get me wrong I believe JBL's are great speakers for rock music but they miss some of the detail in the lower bass which is important in classical and Jazz. Thanks

[@noblerecords]

Probably 60% of what I listen to is rock, the rest is soul, Funk, blues and a little jazz. So I like em! Thanks for watching!

[@marcelopardin3545]

Awesome!!!!

[@nclare7]

thanks for this video. I've been wanting to buy a new system and get back to playing my albums but haven't owned one since the 70s. Hard to decide with so many options out there now and bluetooth capabilities, etc.

[@noblerecords]

Yeah for sure. Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@DarkSide_Vinyl]

Beautiful setup, maybe someday I'll have something that nice. Quick question, can I shop in that procrastination shelf? :)

[@eddievega1100]

Yeah! Buddy !!! If it sd sounds good to you it's good .🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎷

[@honeychurchgipsy6]

I hpope you let your speakers breath in some space! kick ass system though, I iz jealous

[@mercury8117]

The turntable is the best part of your system and would benefit from a better mc phono pre amp than the one you have if you really want to here what your deck is capable of. A linn uphorik for example will let you know what your deck can do and what is on your records. Very important is that your deck is 100% level on both planes. Love your pioneer player.

[@evelyneverettgreen]

Nice, friendly tour- thanks! Btw I just came across a band called Twenty Sixty Six and Then. You know most bands so you probably know them... but if not, check them out- I think you might like them. Best regards from U.K.

[@danfirth2678]

Instant like for Bug!

[@codybrockway1616]

Awesome video, wicked cool setup... Curious to know, at the stamp mark 8:42 when you’re pointing down to the bottom left cubicle... I can see a bit of an album cover, can you please specify for me what record that is? It looks familiar!

[@Yougotadollar]

very cool

[@entertherealmofchaos]

Does anyone have the "storm Corrosion" LP. It's my favourite piece of vinyl personally. Nice set up by the way. Have you ever listened to transmission line speakers? Would recommend them to anyone who has problems with bass in the listeng room.

[@SHmusic_forever]

If that is a Clearaudio Concept turntable fitted with a Satisfy tonearm you have a very capable deck, also with different pickups

[@MrTennisgolf]

Nice setup. I was more interested in the shelving, which you didn’t mention.

[@richardhollingsworth8342]

Great setup. Thanks for the tour. Did you sell your Linn table?

[@noblerecords]

Yeah, sure did.

[@andyman2462]

Love that set up. I should tell you about my story. I got an all in one record player had a friend of mine rewire it so I could hook up my goodwill find 1978 Panasonic thrusters. I figured theubwere low fy speakers so I wouldn't need an amp. I was wrong my all in one record player was made to just push the shitty 3 in speakers that came on the unit. Also do you have any tool vinyls

[@mikeables]

Be very careful with that cartridge. Mine just got damaged. The cantilever snapped off. I got an Ortofon Blue as a replacement. I saw a bunch of people in the VC use the Blue and recommended it. To me going from a $1200 cart to a $250 cart was eye opening. My favorite audiophile pressings and jazz records now sounded dull and boring. I mean I could understand why the VC people I suggested records to never flipped out over them. With the Blue cart I heard the same record but the magic was gone. I am looking into getting my Clear Audio cartridge fixed so this is all temporary.

[@alexg.9502]

I just subscribed to your channel like two days ago after watching a few videos. I recently got a turntable and started collecting. Had NO idea you were based in Matthews until I watched this video and heard you say it. I live in waxhaw. I was blown away cause I just assumed you lived anywhere but here lol now I am definitely coming to check out your shop. are you guys reopening now that phase 2 has started in NC??

[@noblerecords]

That’s awesome man! We are open now! Monday-Saturday 11-6, Sunday 1-6

[@alexg.9502]

can’t wait to stop by! Love the videos too man... i watched the one about records you should have and you talked about Bonny Light Horseman. Started listening to it yesterday. Great album. Anyways, keep up the good work. Looking forward to checking out the store.

[@noblerecords]

Thanks man! I’m in the shop Friday’s and Saturday’s for sure. Some other days randomly but always Friday and Saturday, come on by!

[@ryanblackcat1326]

How do you get the musty smell out of an old record jacket and sleeve if you get it used or at Goodwill. I got a good copy of Spaceman 3 sound of confusion the record is meant but the jacket doesn’t smell so great.

[@happyhippythevinylguy]

Great set up man!! I think its a big collection I like what you said high and tight. I don't want 200 album's I am not going to play, thanks for sharing bro. Peace

[@21cstinch]

You know you want to send me that record weight to laser engrave!! ;) LOL

[@DingleBerry88]

Try to keep it high and tight you say? I’ve been tryin it out for years. My brother didn’t believe me, he believes me now.

[@125jimi]

The Dream !

[@kevinbuja4373]

I had a Linn Sondek. Hated it. Eventually bought a VPI.

[@gumuru]

👀 tribbbeeee

[@laceyshaymaloney2618]

I got as many cds as you got records does that count for bein a serious music fan all classis stuff aswell

[@ryanblackcat1326]

I have over 2000 cds I like there sound also some sound better then some re-issues Dillon I live in Charlotte NC so I am sure you have beat me to some yard sales and Goodwills in past 10 years

[@joerock2667]

Hi Dillon ok so I’m new to records in general quick question for my record player do I need a receiver and amplifier and equalizer ?

[@DJWerkz]

The big let down on the Linn deck was the Linn cartridge, if you had changed that to a nice high output MC cartridge like the Denon DL-110 it would have totally transformed the listening experience

[@SpeedyMcGhee]

Did you reinforce your shelves in anyway or do you have them wall anchored?

[@DocJJohnson]

Gre as t tour

[@R3TR0R4V3]

I would've stuck with all vintage components.. Cheaper, easier to work on & find parts for if need be, warmer sound and they just look cooler, imho. If you would've bought a restored, or at least a serviced receiver, it would have been trouble-free, working for decades to come. Whatever floats your boat though, just as long as you're happy. ;)

[@lingcod91]

When you come across those ' ' rare ' ' or valuable records, do you transcribe them to another format and if so what format is that ?

[@ScottJAw]

The real question is where did you get that BOMB ASS CHAIR?

[@noblerecords]

Yard sale. $10 🤣🤣🤣

[@dougstanley7662]

Nice listening room you have .those old school JBL speakers are killer I'd love to find an old set in great condition but when I do find anything like them they are always trashed out.

[@noblerecords]

Found these at a yard sale for cheap. Crazy find. I love them so much

[@dougstanley7662]

@@noblerecords man that is awesome, I found an old set of Pioneer CS-99s at a local pawn shop for $85 but one of the woofers was smoked I replaced it but I could never get a great sound from them so I ended up selling them a couple years later.

[@DAP-mi7ck]

I spotted Comus.. tell me that's a reissue and not the original? 😁

[@aviratthakor8974]

I don’t know if this is the right place to ask, but whatever. I have few records that are mostly in good condition but have a small skip. Does that make them worthless?

[@kylerrrr]

Hey there, is there a difference between the Edifier R1280T(black) and the Edifier R1280Ts(wooden)? I would prefer the black colour, but if the R1280Ts is better I would get it, thanks.

[@justmusic8166]

Since you're a genius what do those holes in the album cover for, l was told disc jockey something or other l was a kid when l bought it really wasn't listening, but he said it was collectable 50 years ago , l had two albums so l never opened the collectable. I looked on diskcogs or whatever it's called. But I'm not sure what it is ,l wish l would have paid more attention when l bought it.

[@justmusic8166]

Allman brothers and a guy singing about a black Cadillac

[@bossoli60]

A honest review but don’t worry basically a hifi system starts with a good source and let’s be honest vinyle + Clearaudio and a good MC cartridge.You are fine and if you enjoy it it is all that matters.Most audiophile have not as many good records you have so trust me you are on the right path😔

[@maxwells7885]

Is the "Dino" T-shirt on your website shipping? I should have asked before I just ordered it, but oh well, got the "Vinyl Isn't Going Anywhere" shirt as well. Thanks.

[@noblerecords]

Yes! Should ship today!

[@maxwells7885]

Nice! Thanks.

[@TheMaxx111]

Why not get a subwoofer? I bet that would really love that. I really like my HSU VTF-3 mk 5.