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Esoteric Sound's  accessories......

REK-O-KUT 4 SPEED STROBE DISC

 

 

 When illuminated by incandescent or florescent lighting, the strobe lines will stand still at the appropriate speeds.  Speeds checked are 16-2/3, 33-1/3, 45, and 78 rpm.  Made from study thin gauge cardboard.

 

 

 

   Rek-O-Kut 4 Speed Strobe....  $3.00 + $2.50 Shipping


REK-O-KUT 12 SPEED SUPER STROBE DISC

 

 

Available in either 60 Hz or 50 Hz versions. This refers to the power line frequency in your area. For instance, in the USA it is 60 Hz. Often, in Europe it is 50 Hz. This strobe will measure the following speeds: 16.67/33.33/45/70.59/71.29/76.59/78/80/81.82/85/90 RPM.  Made from study thin gauge cardboard.

 

WHEN ORDERING SPECIFY 60 HZ OR 50 HZ

 

 Rek-O-Kut Super Strobe....$5.75 +$3.00 Shipping

 

  CARTRIDGE ALIGNMENT PROTRACTOR

 

 

To properly mount a phono cartridge, you need to be able to position it so that it remains    tangent to the record grooves at all diameters.  This is always a compromise.  This gauge helps you to mount the cartridge to the headshell for the best compromise.  This protractor is designed for records from 7 inch to 16 inch diameters.  All other gauges are made for 12 inch LP records.  Made from study thin gauge cardboard.

 

 

Rek-O-Kut Cartrdge Protractor....$3.00 +$2.00 Shipping

Note:  If purchasing more than one of the above 3 items, only the highest shipping for one applies.


 

REK-O-KUT DUST BUG

 RECORD CLEANER / STATIC ELECTRICITY REMOVER

Our latest product is an auxiliary arm with a carbon fiber brush.  This device constantly cleans records while they play.  Not only that, but the carbon fiber brush discharges the record surface of all static electricity, thus removing all static discharges and pops that can annoy and frustrate  the listener.

The DUST BUG is solidly built of all metal parts.  It can be adhered with its self-adhesive base safely to any playing deck and accommodate platters up to 2 - 1/8 inches (55 mm) in height.  Arm height is easily adjusted by a thumbscrew, and its downward pressure by a sliding weight.  Included is ground wire and a cleaning brush.

Rek-O-Kut DUST BUG....$24.00 +$4.75 Shipping


 

UNIVERSAL WALNUT CASE FOR

SURFACE NOISE REDUCER, DE-HISSER,
RE-EQUALIZER
, OR SUPERCONNECTOR

One furniture quality case fits all four products. Shown with Surface Noise Reducer.

Dimensions: 20 " X 7 " X 2 -3/4 "
Material: Walnut Veneers, oiled finish
Weight : 4 lbs

Price: $125.00 (IL Res. add 7.75% IST) + $7.00 shipping


REK-O-KUT DISC STABILIZER CLAMP

 

The heavy tracking forces used on 78s can cause internal disc vibrations that reduce clarity and  color the sound. The mass of the DISC STABILIZER CLAMP presses the disc to the platter, thus dampening such vibration. Most similar devices are designed for modern LPs only. Their large diameter causes the turntable arm to strike other stabilizer clamps at or before the end of play.

 

* Especially designed for both modern LPs and 78's
* Diameter accommodates small records (2-5/16")
* Adds to mass of rotating system to reduce flutter
* Dampens resonance of disc under play
* Mass couples disc under play to platter
* Perfect for Hit-of-the-Week records
* Permits easier play of warped vinyl
* Mass: one-half kilogram (1.1 Lbs)
* Helps prevent slipping
* Large grip handle

  REK-O-KUT DISC STABILIZER CLAMP: $45.00 (IL Res. add 7.75%IST) +$6.95


SorboGel Q-FOOT ISOLATORS CURE RECORD SKIPS

TURNTABLE/CD-PLAYER SENSITIVE TO FLOOR SHOCK?

HAVE A PROBLEM WITH ACOUSTIC FEEDBACK?

One of the greatest problems with turntables are their inability to reject vibration well.  A recent technology in materials to address has been the use of "SorboGel" - an extremely pliable yet inert rubber like material.   Audioquest SorboGel Q-FEET provide exceptional damping and isolation to improve the performance of turntables, CD players and all vibration-sensitive equipment.  Have problems with howling when you turn the volume up while listening to phono records.  Q-Foot can stop acoustic feedback.

Q-Feet are recommended for components that weigh no more than 35 lbs per set of four.  Dimensions: 3" X7/8."  List: $124.99.

Price:  $89.00 set/four (IL Res. add 7.75% IST) +$6.20 shipping


SORBOTHANE SELF-STICK SHEET

Sorbothane is a synthetic viso-elastic polymer. The very long molecules are free to wiggle and thereby dissipate motion energy as heat.

Because these have a self adhesive backing, you can easily put effective damping everywhere it's needed.  Cut into eight pieces and put under corners of two speakers to prevent  vibration.  Apply to he inside or outside of equipment cases that rattle, use to shock mount tube electronics or turntables in unusual installations. Use on phono cartridge bodies,  tonearm headshells, or in strips along the arm shaft to remove sympathetic vibration  to improve definition and imaging.  Use anywhere you want to reduce vibration.

Another unusual application is in the rebuilding of disc cutter heads.  Sorbothane is an excellent replacement for the dampening material used in early cutter heads.

Size: 6 x 6 x .12 inches


Price:  $20.00 (IL Res. add 7.75% IST) +$4.65 shipping


DC-9 DUST COVER FOR  DUAL RECORD CHANGERS

These are reproduction dust covers made for vintage Dual record changers, such as, models 1219,1229, 1249, 1237, 1249, 1257.  These units strongly resemble the originals and work with the hinging mechanism designed into the bases.   Made of sturdy acrylic plastic,  they are more scratch resistant than the originals.  Dimensions are 16-3/8" X 14" X 4-1/8", with hinging lip at the rear approx  7/16".  In Metric, that's 41.4 cm X 35.5 cm X 10.4 cm, and lip1.2 cm.    Their color closely matches that of the original.  Please check your base size before ordering in order to prevent unnecessary return.

 

 

Price:  $55.00 (IL Res. add 7.75% IST) +9.00 shipping

 


SorboGel RECORD MAT

Dramatically smother, more natural sound
Tighter, better defined bass
Open, three dimensional soundstage

The Sorbogel record mat reduces resonance and vibration of the record.  Acoustic feedback and stylus contact can actually introduce a microscopic vibration to the played disc.  It is a solid, rubber-like mat with properties similar to flesh.  This characteristic dampens disc vibrations and thus reduces unwanted coloration to the reproduced sound.

Recommended for most metal or glass platter turntables.  There is little benefit to Acrylic, or heavy composite platter turntables.  Hint: tap on your platter.  Any ring-like sound means it can help.  If it sounds like you are tapping on concrete, you don't need it.

Price:  $95.00 (IL Res. add 7.75% IST) +$6.20 shipping


 

DISCWASHER D4 RECORD CLEANING SYSTEM

There is no finer record cleaning brush than the Discwasher.  No collector should be without one.  The secret to it success lies in a velvet brush with an angled nap.  The fibers will scoop out the grime and dirt from your record.  Conventional brushes simply move the dirt along the groove.  This kit comes complete with D4 record cleaning solution and a brush cleaner.   

D4 solution is only to be used with vinyl records.  For 78 rpm records, use Nitty Gritty Purifier 1.

Price:  $20.00 (IL Res. add 7.75% IST) +$6.20 shipping


NITTY GRITTY RECORD CLEANER- RECORD MASTER

QUIET RECORDS AT LAST!

Brushes tend to move the dirt around in the grooves and rarely out. The only fool proof way of really removing the filth is to scrub it into a fluid suspension and to vacuum it off. The Nitty Gritty is convenient and takes up very little space. 

If ordering machine + dust cover, higher shipping cost applies.

Results are identical to machines costing $500-$1,500!

 

System features are:

* Nitty Gritty purifier 2 fluid and wash brush.
 * 1/4 H.P. vacuum motor.
* Will clean 45's, 78's, LP's.
* Record stabilizing platter and record turner.
* Waste fluid collection and drain system.
* Black woodgrain vinyl finish.
* Acrylic smoked dust cover (pictured) available
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RM1 Black - Price: $345.00 (IL Residents add 7.75% IST) + $12.00 S & H

RM2 Solid Oak -  Price: $399.00 (IL Residents add 7.75% IST) + $12.00 S & H

DC-1 Acrylic Dust Cover - $52.95 (IL Residents add 7.75% IST) + $9.00 S & H

DC-2 Soft Vinyl Dust Cover - $20.95 (IL Residents add 7.75% IST) + $7.00 S & H


NITTY GRITTY CLEANING ACCESSORIES

Purifier 1 (for 78 rpm records)..................................................$18.50 (16 ounces)

Purifier 2 (for all LPs & 45 rpm records)................................$18.50 (16 ounces)

FIRSTrv for vinyl pre cleaning and acetate white scum removal

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deterioration of vintage acetates is a common problem which is difficult to solve.  FIRSTrv quickly removes most of this plague.  The above example is of a WOR recording of Winston S. Churchill in 1945.

FIRSTrv (for vinyl precleaning and acetate restoration)...$59.50 (16 ounces)


BELTS FOR REK-0-KUT AND EMPIRE TURNTABLES

Flat belts for old and new Rek-O-Kut, Esoteric Sound, AR, and Audio Empire turntables.  It is advised that you measure old belt circumference for reference.  In some cases, you may have to readjust idler for proper tension.

Rek-O-Kut K-33H, N-33H, N-34H, NL-33H, R-34, Rondine, 39 inch circumference
(0.25" X 0.023").  Price:  $18.95

Rek-O-Kut Rondine Jr, 20.6 inch (0.18" X 0.025").  Price: $15.00

Rek-O-Kut Rondine 3, 20.6 inch (0.18" X 0.022").  Price:  $15.00

Rek-O-Kut Vintage, 23.5 inch (0.16" X 0.025").  Price:  $15.00

Esoteric Sound, Ramses, Ramses II, Murray, Murray II, 25 inch (0.2" X 0.023").  Price:  $15.00

Empire Part number DB208, models 208, 298, 308, 398, 35 inch circumference (0.25" X 0.023").  Price:  $18.95

Acoustic Research AR-ES1, AR-ETL1, AR-XA, AR-XB, 23.6 inch (0.16" X 0.025").  Price: $18.95

For Shipping, Please add $4.75 per order


REK-O-KUT TRANSCRIBE TONEARM
               
                  16 INCH TRANSCRIPTION CAPACITY

There are very few modern tonearms that actually have 16" transcription disc capacity.  They cost many times the price of the TranScribe. This extra length also has advantages for the more common 12" LP records, in that there is less of a tracking error.  Unlike many other other separate tonearms now being offered, the TranScribe utilizes removable headshells to facilitate switching cartridges and styli. 


Type: 13 inch, static balance, S-shaped, tubular
Effective Length: 10.04 inches
Effective Mass: 23 Grams
Resonance: 11 Hz
Spindle to Pivot Distance: 9.45 inches
Overhang: 0.59 inches
Offset Angle: 21 degrees
Tracking Error: +1.5 - 1.0 degrees
Bearings: Steel ball bearings
Material: Aluminum, Magnesium
Dampening: Rubber
Finish: Matte Black
Horizontal and Vertical Sensitivity: 20 mg
Height Adjustment: 1.5 to 2.4 inches
Tracking Force Calibration Range: 0 to 3 gm
Anti Skating Range: 0 to 3 gm
Cable Capacitance: 225 pF
Cable Harness Length: 45 inches
Mounting Hole: 1.25 inches
Cartridge Weight Range: 4.5 to 10.5 gm
Headshell: Magnesium with oxygen-free copper Litz wire
Extra Headshells are available for: $38.00.

We can mount this arm in place of the standard arm used on the Rek-O-Kut CVS-14 turntable.  The total added cost is $520.00.
                                
 
           Price: $500.00 (IL Res. add 7.75% IST) + $8.50 Shipping


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REK-O-KUT STYLUS FORCE GAUGE

  MEASURES LOW OR EXTRA HIGH FORCES

Stylus force gauges have all but disappeared along with turntables. The few that remain are designed solely for use with audiophile records and turntables and cannot measure the higher requirements of DJs and vintage record collectors. This of course, also applies to professional sound restorers and those involved with record reissues.  The REK-O-KUT Stylus Force Gauge is simple to use and relies on the principle of a basic laboratory balance

* Measures tracking forces for both audiophile, DJ and vintage record
  requirements.  Includes weights for 0.25 to 5.75 grams.

* Accurate laboratory balance design.

* Easy to upgrade to even greater force requirements.

* The REK-O-KUT Stylus Force Gauge is made of sturdy plastic and
  comes with instructions in a plastic storage container.


Price: $24.00 (IL Residents add 7.75%) + $4.75 shipping


 

SHURE SFG-2 PRECISION STYLUS FORCE GAUGE

The Shure Brothers SFG-2 tracking force gauge is an accurate balance for tracking force measurements from 0.5 to 3.0 grams.

* Accuracy to within 1/10 of  gram in primary operation range (1/2 to 1-1/2 grams).

* Extended force measurement range (1 to 3 grams).

* The Shure Precision Stylus Force Gauge is made of sturdy plastic and metal and includes instructions.

Price: $24.95 (IL Residents add 7.75%) + $4.75 shipping


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Wiring with standard cabling 
Audio Authority cable set 
 
 
HIGH QUALITY AUDIO AUTHORITY HI-FI CABLES AT A MODERATE PRICE

Poor connections are the result of corrosion. High frequency loss is the result of cable capacitance. Ordinary patch cords have about 120 pF/foot. The remedy is lower capacitance cables and Gold-plated RCA connectors.  Don't get tricked in buying over priced cables that operate on the principal of high cost and quack science.

Audio Authority interconnects do not rely on hocus-pocus. The cable capacitance is 15 pF/foot. They are in stereo pairs. You cut them to minimum required length. The RCA plugs are gold-plated, and don't require soldering.  They offer most of the sonic advantages of exotic interconnects costing several times more. For instance, a three-foot pair of the exotics could run from $35.00 to $89.00.  Audio Authority would Cost $16.00.

RCA Connectors: $3.50/Each, Cable: $1.25/Foot, shipping add $2.75 + 5% of subtotal cost 


REK-O-KUT PHONO HEADSHELL FOR MOST TURNTABLES

 

Low mass, aluminum, precision headshell made by Rek-O-Kut to fit most S-shaped tonearms. Weight 10 grams.

Price..................$15.00 + 4.75 shipping (first 6)
                             IL residents add 7.75% ITS


REK-O-KUT ADJUSTABLE WEIGHT PHONO HEADSHELL

If you change cartridges a lot, you can run into the problem of your tracking force being off. For instance, one headshell for LPs, one for 78s. This low mass, aluminum, precision headshell, made by Rek-O-Kut has 2 gram and 4 gram weights that screw into the top to compensate for such differences. All connectors and arm pins are gold flashed. They are designed to fit most S-shaped tonearms. Weight 10 grams.

Price...............$18.00 + 4.75 shipping (first 6)
                          IL residents add 7.75% IST

REK-O-KUT PHONO HEADSHELL FOR TRANSCRIBE ARM

This Precision magnesium headshell has multi-stranded cartridge cabling (Litz wire), adjustable azimuth, and gold flashed connectors and arm pins. Instead of one alignment pin at the top of the connector, it has two; another at the bottom. This headshell is made specifically for the TranScribe tonearm, but will fit many others. Weight 12 grams.

Price..............$38.00 + 4.75 shipping (first 6)
                                                                  IL residents add 7.75% IST

 


REK-O-KUT TRANSCRIBE HEADSHELL LEADS

Litz wire, LC-OFC leads

Gold plated headshell and cartridge clips

Can be used with most headshells.

Price..............$18.00 + 2.25 shipping (first 10)
                         IL residents add 7.75% IST

 


HEADSHELL CARTRIDGE-END CLIPS

If you need to replace or want to upgrade headshell-end cartridge clips in a headshell or tonearm, these will do the job.  Almost all such clips are normally made to fit 0.04 inch diameter cartridge pins.  However, almost all cartridge pins are actually made at 0.05 inches.  This results in much effort for insertion and you almost always must resort to pliers.

These pins are made to fit 0.05 inch pins.  They are gold-flashed for improved conductivity, and come in a more convenient to grasp length of  0.577 inches.  For added durability, the clip ends have a metal wrap-around strain relief.

These clips are made for crimping with appropriate crimpers, but leads can easily be soldered onto the clips.   Pictured is a Garrard Lab A70 headshell whose damaged arm leads were replaced with our clips. 

 

Esoteric Sound Cartridge Lead Clip (set of 4)....$4.95 + $2.25 shipping.