Well, the treadmill is plugged in and running!

I started this journey with my trusty Wadia 860 CD player, and Red Rose Music Model 2 Power Amplifier, sadly both still running 110 VAC from their original purchase in my New York days. I have been using a step-down transformer here in Oz for the past four years. Who knows what that is doing to the sound but it can't be good. I have done significant talking, researching and importantly, procrastinating, to this point and seem strangely surprised that the sound has not really improved.

Even apathy has it's limits and I have reached mine. Decisions have been taken and movement is afoot! Today, the above devices have been left in the care of a trusted technician to upgrade the Wadia to full 861 SE spec (circuit board and transport enhancement / replacement) and the 220 VAC change, and the voltage upgrade also for the Red Rose.

I am two weeks away from starting my next hi fi journey. Speaker improvements (either new stands or complete replacements) are planned next followed by the exciting time tweaking the 'new' system for full benefit and enjoyment.

Let's not forget, it is all about the music!