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1. McIntosh's MT10 turntable features a magnetically levitated platter, sapphire and ceramic tonearm bearings, an 8 mm thick baseplate and the familiar blue meter with markings for 33, 45, and 78. It weighs 62 lbs. $9500.

2. Fidelus AV in Derry NH is having an open house and seminar "Getting the Best form Computer Audio" conducted by Resolution Audio from 3 to 8 PM Friday, December 10th (presentations at 4:30 and 6:30). Light refreshments will be provided. Jeff Kalt and Steve Huntley of Resolution Audio will be demonstrating their Cantata Music Center and Cantata 50 integrated amplifier.

Jeff, an MIT trained engineer, has designed many top-tier digital products over the last decade.

RSVP: store@fidelisav.com or call, 603-437-4769.

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