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by Mustard
Tue Mar 10, 2009 1:06 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Help. Decent(ish) set-up for playing vinyl???
Replies: 14
Views: 2377

Re: Help. Decent(ish) set-up for playing vinyl???

The basic set up you need is turntable, intergrated amp with phono socket and speakers. If the phono socket on your amp isn't too good, or you have bought an amp without a phono socket, then you'll want a phono amp. You will plug your turntable into this which will in-turn plug into your amp. It pas...
by Mustard
Sat Mar 07, 2009 1:59 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Help. Decent(ish) set-up for playing vinyl???
Replies: 14
Views: 2377

Re: Help. Decent(ish) set-up for playing vinyl???

yeah, i read the reviews for the Nad amps and Mission speakers when I was looking. They would certainly sound decent. Good luck.
by Mustard
Fri Mar 06, 2009 2:23 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Help. Decent(ish) set-up for playing vinyl???
Replies: 14
Views: 2377

Re: Help. Decent(ish) set-up for playing vinyl???

Amp - Make sure that you factor in the cost of maybe having to buy a phono stage if you're buying an amp, some don't have them as standard. Cambridge Azur around £180 but needs a phono stage which will cost around £60 new. I have the CD player and it is pretty good for the price. Simple looking bu...
by Mustard
Tue Mar 03, 2009 1:16 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
Replies: 2585
Views: 694102

Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?

Chess Records - Soul Sisters " " - Northern Soul Life Is A Problem Fight on, Your Time Ain't Long Jefferson Airplane - After Bathing At Baxters JJ Cale - Naturally Sigur Ros - the new one Papercuts - Mockingbird Van Morrison - Veedon Fleece I know quite a few people on here are banging on ...
by Mustard
Fri Jan 23, 2009 2:17 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: LAGWAFIS vinyl lp
Replies: 40
Views: 6085

Re: LAGWAFIS vinyl lp

I have a Rega P3, Creek amp & B&W603 speakers. I like it but my geeky inner voice is calling for an upgrade. Credit crunch says no though.
by Mustard
Thu Jan 15, 2009 2:19 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: just watched the documentry and thought i'd share this
Replies: 8
Views: 1876

Re: just watched the documentry and thought i'd share this

Shame that clip has been removed. On a related matter - does anyone have a copy of 'The Curse Of Lono'? I recently borrowed a copy from my local library and as it was a reserve stock with a page missing they will let me buy it for 10p. I'm hoping that some kind soul here could scan the missing page ...
by Mustard
Tue Jan 06, 2009 1:49 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Detroit Lions 0-16 Perfect Season In Reverse
Replies: 4
Views: 1142

Re: Detroit Lions 0-16 Perfect Season In Reverse

I feel your pain! I played in a football team (read Soccer) when I was about 13-14 yrs old and we lost every game in a season usually by 5-6 goals a game, sometimes more. It was hell for me and ruined what was likely to be a promising career playing in the lower leagues of Scottish fooball. I guess ...
by Mustard
Fri Oct 17, 2008 1:46 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: If.....
Replies: 22
Views: 3118

Re: If.....

Ah Runcible! Now you've got me in fantasy land. If this ever happens (and Jason P, if you're reading this - my vote is for Ladies & Gents unless you can arrange a 4 night residence with LGM, Pure Phase, Ladies & Gents and then A&E!) I'll be there. Now, are we going to rent a houseboat fo...
by Mustard
Thu Oct 09, 2008 3:04 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: dylan tell tale
Replies: 9
Views: 1218

Re: dylan tell tale

Yeah man, I'm sure it would be sweet to own but even if I had the money I'm not sure I'd spend that much on it. The vinyl will cost a fortune as well. I'm still trying to pick up the 1964 bootleg release but think that spending £15 on a cd that has been on released for a couple of years a little st...
by Mustard
Tue Jul 08, 2008 2:29 pm
Forum: Art/Design/Film/Literature
Topic: The Spiritualized Book & Comic Club
Replies: 225
Views: 98908

Re: The Spiritualized Book Club

A great travel book is 'Danziger's Travels' by Nick Danziger. He recieves a scholorship of such and travels overland through Europe, Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan, Tibet & China. Travels with the Mujahadeen(?) through Afghanistan when it was occupied by the Soviets. Well worth a read.
by Mustard
Wed Jun 04, 2008 1:28 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Songs in A&E - Editions
Replies: 217
Views: 29159

Re: Songs in A&E - Editions

I was still waiting for my copy when I phoned the shop this morning (I tried to e-mail but didn't get any response) and was told that my copy hadn't been sent because the card had been refused (due to it expiring in between order and release). The guy I spoke to said that they had quite few orders f...
by Mustard
Fri May 16, 2008 8:42 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Last five albums/lp's you bought?
Replies: 2585
Views: 694102

Re: Last five albums/lp's you bought?

Been a long time since I posted anything on this topic but then again I haven't bought that much at all. That said what I have bought has excited me, so here they are... 1) Beefheart - Mirror Man 2) Beefheart - Dust Sucker 3) Santana - Abraxas 4) Junior Kimbrough - Most Things Haven't Worked Out 5) ...
by Mustard
Thu Apr 24, 2008 1:40 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Soul on Fire single
Replies: 24
Views: 3199

Re: Soul on Fire single

I have just come off the phone to the shop who have insisted that those who tried to order previously and received the sold out status have been duped by an administrative error. He has assured me that my order has gone through and that I'm one of the lucky ones who'll be receiving a copy. He also s...
by Mustard
Thu Apr 24, 2008 11:45 am
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Soul on Fire single
Replies: 24
Views: 3199

Re: Soul on Fire single

Clewsr - Give it another go. I've just tried it and it has accepted my order.
by Mustard
Thu Sep 06, 2007 1:15 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Blues Recommmendations
Replies: 15
Views: 2908

Just bought the 'Hard Again' LP - Pretty good...and only £3 too. Can't be bad. Still working at getting some of the the others. Otha Turner is one I'm afraid I'll have to give a miss. Had a listen on Amazon the other day and it sounded too much like an Orange pipe band (makes sense) for my liking. ...
by Mustard
Wed Jul 18, 2007 11:33 am
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Blues Recommmendations
Replies: 15
Views: 2908

Cheers, Shonn. I recognise some of the names but none of their work really. Wasn't the Rev Gary Davies played on the Dylan bible show? I'd planned on Leadbelly and Blind Willie McTell but I'll check out some of the others. How about Howlin' Wolf & Muddy Waters? There seem to be so many releases ...
by Mustard
Tue Jul 17, 2007 11:44 am
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Blues Recommmendations
Replies: 15
Views: 2908

Blues Recommmendations

Hey folks, I've always liked blues but never really made any effort to collect any. Started recently with- Muddy Waters Anthology Howlin' Wolf - Rockin Chair/Moanin' At The Moonlight Junior Kimbrough - Sad Days Lonely Nights John Lee Hooker - Best of I've been liking these alot and am looking for mo...
by Mustard
Tue Jul 17, 2007 11:34 am
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: <<<New Music Thread!>>>
Replies: 75
Views: 10364

Shonn, all on CD but intend to back and pick up what I can on vinyl. I've already looked at the Fat Possam website and i'll keep a look out for the DVD. Looking for some recommendations on blues but I'll start new post for help.
by Mustard
Mon Jul 16, 2007 1:21 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: <<<New Music Thread!>>>
Replies: 75
Views: 10364

Howln' Wolf - Rocking Chair/Moanin' at the Moonlight
Muddy Waters - Anthology
Junior Kimbrough - Sad Days Lonley Nights
Entrance - Prayer Of Death

First 3 fantastic although Entrance is just ok.
by Mustard
Mon Jun 11, 2007 2:08 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Unaccountably sad songs
Replies: 22
Views: 4235

Mustard wrote: Israel Kamakawiwo Ole S (I think that's his name) - Somewhere over The Rainbow/What A Wonderful World. Nothing really that sad in the lyrics but the way he sings it is just heart-wrenching. ahh to true, i was putting that at the end of compilations until some shitty TV commercial use...
by Mustard
Sun Jun 10, 2007 8:00 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Unaccountably sad songs
Replies: 22
Views: 4235

Israel Kamakawiwo Ole S (I think that's his name) - Somewhere over The Rainbow/What A Wonderful World. Nothing really that sad in the lyrics but the way he sings it is just heart-wrenching.
by Mustard
Sat Dec 02, 2006 11:32 am
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Brightblack Morning Light (band)
Replies: 25
Views: 5642

Just received the LP this morning and these hippies know how to release good vinyl. It's on 180g, has trippy specs included and best of all they give you a code so that you can download the LP from the website to put on CD etc. Nice work!
by Mustard
Tue Nov 14, 2006 8:04 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: What's Your Audio Set-up?
Replies: 42
Views: 7661

Thanks for the advice. The CD73 is most likely to be what I'm going to end up going for as I think it'll fit in with my system rather than a more bolshy player. Regarding the Linn/Gyrodec, I agree with you. I knew someone with a Linn and sound was just sweet but the looks of the Gyrodec, as well as ...
by Mustard
Mon Nov 13, 2006 4:28 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: What's Your Audio Set-up?
Replies: 42
Views: 7661

Standmount
by Mustard
Mon Nov 13, 2006 12:30 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: What's Your Audio Set-up?
Replies: 42
Views: 7661

Fuzzhead - Yes, I really like the B&W 601's and they seemed to work best with my system which is nice and clear but I would say it still isn't too meaty. The 601's gave it that extra oomph. I was split between the Bronzes and the 601's but but I would have gone with a pair of Quads if I had the ...
by Mustard
Sat Nov 11, 2006 10:51 am
Forum: Other
Topic: What's Your Audio Set-up?
Replies: 42
Views: 7661

Rega P3 Turntable Cambridge Audio 640 CD Player - and I'm with Fuzzhead as it's a great sounding player for the price. Creek Amp - can't remember the model no off the top of my head. B&W 601 speakers - currently in getting repaired after a short little visitor decided to press in the tweeters! I...
by Mustard
Thu Nov 02, 2006 10:06 am
Forum: Gigs
Topic: Next 3 downloads from St Mary's gig.
Replies: 51
Views: 11906

Sterling job, Transit, as said before your good work is very much appreciated.
by Mustard
Sun Mar 26, 2006 5:49 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Nick Cave
Replies: 12
Views: 3953

I've only got into Nick Cave after getting Lyre/Abbatoir and as soon as I heard it through once went straight out the next day and bought 'Nocturama' - fantastic!, 'No More Shall We Part' - also fantastic! 'The Boatmans Call' - Again fantastic! I'd also agree with 'The Good Son' being a great choice...
by Mustard
Thu Oct 20, 2005 5:15 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: ashcroft
Replies: 17
Views: 3887

And who said 'care in the community' doesn't work.
by Mustard
Wed Oct 19, 2005 4:06 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: ashcroft
Replies: 17
Views: 3887

Loving your work, Will! Made me laugh the first time and every time since.
by Mustard
Fri Sep 02, 2005 7:24 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Chaos in New Orleans
Replies: 20
Views: 5410

It does look pretty fucked up over there. Bush has looked even more clueless than usual whenever I've seen him on TV talking about it all. I also seen something on Teletext about Fats Domino being missing.
by Mustard
Wed Aug 24, 2005 4:33 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: 'Closed' Vinyl LP's?
Replies: 16
Views: 3595

'Closed' Vinyl LP's?

I recently bought The Mars Volta 'Frances The Mute' album on vinyl and noticed that at the end of each side instead of the needle running into the centre, the needle jumps back a groove or two and the songs carry on as a loop. Never having seen this sort of thing on vinyl before it has impressed me ...
by Mustard
Sat Aug 06, 2005 12:31 pm
Forum: Gigs
Topic: 5 more shows from Spaceline.
Replies: 21
Views: 8615

I've just received copies from Eelnekwah, so many thanks to him for that and a big nod to Jig for starting this.

So, another 3 sets are going spare. As with the others the first 3 to pm me will be the lucky ones.
by Mustard
Thu Aug 04, 2005 8:06 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: "Rare Recording" (Missing Post?)
Replies: 49
Views: 9244

I don't mean to drag up Will This Do's issue but I think it was me saying that he was acting like a cunt that finally pushed him over the edge and resulted in him leaving. All I want to add is that I'm sorry it got to that stage, I'm sorry that I called him a cunt, and I'm sorry that he's left. As I...
by Mustard
Fri Jul 08, 2005 4:09 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: London, 7/7
Replies: 51
Views: 9014

Look, Mate, I am actually glad that you weren't in amongst it, in the same way that I'd be glad if no one else was in amongst it, in the same way that I'd be even more glad that Iraqis weren't also getting killed in their own Country when they're also on their way to work. Your comments are making y...
by Mustard
Fri Jul 08, 2005 3:46 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: London, 7/7
Replies: 51
Views: 9014

CIA? Man, that's one conspiracy too far, I wouldn't really put it past them but I'd so fucking shocked if they were behind it, I mean why? We're already in Iraq and I'd doubt that these bombings would push us to invade Iran. The main reason people are posting are that we may not have been caught up ...
by Mustard
Fri Jul 08, 2005 8:17 am
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: London, 7/7
Replies: 51
Views: 9014

Terrible, terrible news and thoughts go out to those unfortunate people caught up in it. Just doesn't bear thinking about. My pregnant wife got elbowed in the stomach on Wednesday and had to hospital (All fine thankfully). Her friend decided that because she wanted to be around that she wouldn't go ...
by Mustard
Thu Jun 02, 2005 8:41 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Liverpool Champions Of Europe
Replies: 27
Views: 6991

An empty victory? Probably one of the best comebacks ever and for it to happen against AC Milan in a Euro Cup final was just incredible. Lucky? The complete opposite. We played some excellent teams in the run-up and played some excellent football against them. Not all of it was backs to the wall foo...
by Mustard
Tue Apr 12, 2005 2:08 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Spice of life
Replies: 42
Views: 6660

Also, RE. Trainspotting/Porno film. I read a Danny Boyle interview about a year ago where he said that they'd started filming it but all the main cast looked too tanned and healthy. The easy living of success had softened them up and that they didn't seem keen on losing weight etc. Wasn't there also...
by Mustard
Tue Apr 12, 2005 2:00 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Spice of life
Replies: 42
Views: 6660

A lot of excellent choices so I'll stick my picks to those not already listed. Books - Hunter Thompson - Fear & Loathing On The Campaign Trail Patrick Suskind - Perfume Ken Kesey - Sometimes A Great Notion Bukowski - Ham On Rye Henry Miller - Tropic Of Capricorn Films - The Amateur Amelie Drugst...
by Mustard
Tue Apr 12, 2005 1:26 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Glast and RFH dvds
Replies: 7
Views: 1679

Shonn, Glad to hear I'm still in your thoughts. No problem though, whenever you get round to it. If there is anyone out there in the UK willing to send me a copy the DVDs, that would be appreciated. Really haven't got much to trade but I'd send some blank DVDs back. I'd also send a couple of copies ...
by Mustard
Tue Mar 29, 2005 8:27 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Must have masterpieces
Replies: 32
Views: 6718

Sorry, I'm going to have to copy some already mentioned. 15 years: Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds - Lyre of Orpheus/Abbatior Blues Spiritualized - LAGWAFIS Oasis - Definitely Maybe (ok, don't shoot me) Radiohead - The Bends (ok, now you can!) Counting Crows - August & Everything After (I was goin...
by Mustard
Tue Mar 29, 2005 8:06 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Vinyls??
Replies: 32
Views: 5223

Yeah, I rated my Dual turntable. The main reason for getting rid of it was that it was playing slightly fast, so I thought I'd take the opportunity to buy a new one (The Dual probably would be around the 30 yrs old also). The P3 was never much of a step up from the Dual in quality although it did ha...
by Mustard
Sun Mar 27, 2005 2:17 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Vinyls??
Replies: 32
Views: 5223

god bless america
Us Brits think you're a twat as well.
by Mustard
Fri Mar 25, 2005 8:28 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Vinyls??
Replies: 32
Views: 5223

So, those of you that have turntables, what models do you have? I replaced a Dual (can't remember the particular series) about 2 years ago with a Rega P3. I like it but I'm thinking of upgrading. I've always like the Linn's but some of the new turntables around look great. Any recommendations?
by Mustard
Thu Mar 24, 2005 9:33 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: record shopping
Replies: 17
Views: 4101

Can anyone recommend any good record shops in Berkshire or close by? London's not far of course but I really can't be arsed going up there sometimes. There used to be Revolution Records but that is long gone. I've been spending far too long looking for stuff online, or HMV, Virgins etc.
by Mustard
Thu Mar 24, 2005 9:25 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Chill Out
Replies: 32
Views: 4890

Less of this Pizza muck, you just can't beat a battered haggis supper wi' chippy broon sauce! Fuckin' pure gallas, so it is!
by Mustard
Thu Mar 24, 2005 9:15 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: Vinyls??
Replies: 32
Views: 5223

My system is pretty decent but certainly isn't high-end and I think that the majority of LP's I'm playing at the moment sound, in my very humble opinion, pretty good. Where I have both the CD and the LP, it's the LP that seems to sound better. An example is Let It Come Down. I listened to this the o...
by Mustard
Thu Mar 24, 2005 8:13 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: MP3 of Elvis LAGWFIS
Replies: 22
Views: 5649

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... 63019&rd=1

Is this the sort of thing you're looking for? I guess others were distributed with packaging.
by Mustard
Thu Mar 17, 2005 8:24 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: The First Time
Replies: 27
Views: 4772

I bought the Pure Phase cassette (Yeah, Retro, Baby!) after reading an article in the NME about them. I'd never heard of them before but the interview really intrigued me. Anyway, I really liked the album and played it to friends about a week later while we we're tripping and it was just excellent. ...
by Mustard
Thu Mar 10, 2005 1:41 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Koy is in London, Jason please contact
Replies: 24
Views: 5905

"Submission", "Fisting" & "Computer Geeks" :shock:

Man, she's sick!

I guess there's a few people with sweaty palms here at the moment? :wink:
by Mustard
Wed Mar 09, 2005 4:54 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: I hate..........
Replies: 21
Views: 4448

Jeez! I could've written that list. Accept for marzipan, that's where you just went too fucking far!
by Mustard
Mon Feb 21, 2005 8:20 am
Forum: Other
Topic: Hunter S Thompson R.I.P.
Replies: 10
Views: 2874

Fuck! Man, this is sad news.
by Mustard
Wed Feb 09, 2005 8:15 pm
Forum: Spacemen3
Topic: What's the deal with Jason and Sonic?
Replies: 131
Views: 42863

DOUCHE!
by Mustard
Wed Feb 09, 2005 7:55 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: DESPERATELY WANTED: "The Real Complete Works"
Replies: 18
Views: 3473

Awww, shucks!
by Mustard
Mon Feb 07, 2005 4:08 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: hank williams
Replies: 6
Views: 1915

Cooking is the new rock n roll! Ask Jamie!
by Mustard
Mon Feb 07, 2005 4:02 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: RFH DVD
Replies: 6
Views: 1809

Likewise! I'd also love a copy if anyone is feeling kindly. Don't have much to trade but can run off a couple of copies to pass on.
by Mustard
Sat Feb 05, 2005 7:01 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Let's talk about Booze.
Replies: 42
Views: 8984

I can certainly vouch for the Guinness tasting better.
by Mustard
Sat Feb 05, 2005 6:52 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: HOPING FOR PALESTINE... LIVE DVD ANOUNCEMENT
Replies: 23
Views: 5751

Fuck, Mate, that's quite a thing to gush about!
by Mustard
Fri Feb 04, 2005 7:54 pm
Forum: Spacemen3
Topic: What's the deal with Jason and Sonic?
Replies: 131
Views: 42863

He is a bit on the touchy side.
by Mustard
Thu Feb 03, 2005 7:51 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Let's talk about Booze.
Replies: 42
Views: 8984

I quite enjoy 'Summer Lightning'. Kind of half ale/half lager.
by Mustard
Thu Feb 03, 2005 7:32 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Media Drugs Mayem
Replies: 14
Views: 3631

On this subject The Sun have sunk to a new low. They can't wait for that guy to overdose and die, and if they can get a picture of it then all the better! Maybe though the blame lies with the the NME, as The Sun only started featuring Docherty after the NME championed them. Docherty is a bit of a tw...
by Mustard
Thu Feb 03, 2005 7:06 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: DESPERATELY WANTED: "The Real Complete Works"
Replies: 18
Views: 3473

beautiful - PM sent
by Mustard
Thu Feb 03, 2005 8:26 am
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: DESPERATELY WANTED: "The Real Complete Works"
Replies: 18
Views: 3473

Hey, beautiful, where are you based? I was sent a copy and have supplied 4 sets to people I know, so according to the rules, I have still to send another set to someone and then I get free entry in heaven. That's right isn't it? If you're in the UK, great, if you're in the US then how about I send i...
by Mustard
Wed Feb 02, 2005 4:02 pm
Forum: Music (Dedicated to Fuzzhead)
Topic: 20 20's Spaceman remix
Replies: 29
Views: 7965

Just got the CD this morning and it's excellent. But I must admit that I thought it would've had singing on it rather than it being instrumental. I'm not disappointed just not what I expected.