I have not tried LSK170 in circuit, I have tried Toshiba K209 and K370. (K370 is exact same die as K170 but in a slightly smaller than TO-92 plastic package) Speaking broadly the Toshiba product is superior to most manufacturers for a given part.
If your LSK170 are a matched set, that’s worth serious investigation…
If your LSK170 are a matched set, that’s worth serious investigation…
I'm sorry, "Stripmaster", sorry to respond so late
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I like the idea of smd to have the sensitive part as small as possible. It was just that use of the 2SK170 theoretical should be a fraction more quiet than 2SK209. I then discovered that I had this octet of LSK170A and my assumption was that those was on par with 2SK170. But that seems not to be the case if the only advantage is that they are easier to solder than the 2SK209 
......then I prefer the 209
......then I prefer the 209 I have gotten so much from these forums and wish I could contribute, but alas and alack currently don't have the chops. I have seen Rega TTBLs w/ Ortofon cartridges mentioned several times, and wanted to mention that Ortofon recently released a low profile 2MR for reduced height. This series obviates the need for a spacer under the Rega tonearm. Doing this will help optimize the VTA and stop the dustcover from bumping against the counterweight when closed. Oh, and maybe even more importantly yah don't have to spend additional $$$ for the tonearm shim !
!I am going to say most will not hear any difference between those J-fets. All are excellent transistors so use what is best for yourself, in stock or easier to solder for you.I like the idea of smd to have the sensitive part as small as possible. It was just that use of the 2SK170 theoretical should be a fraction more quiet than 2SK209. I then discovered that I had this octet of LSK170A and my assumption was that those was on par with 2SK170. But that seems not to be the case if the only advantage is that they are easier to solder than the 2SK209
The B&O table? It’s not mine, I just was borrowing it for a bit. There’s absolutely something to linear tracking that pivoted arms don't have. The arm drive is very nicely done on the B&O and the table ergonomics are wonderful. Sadly the motor is a bit noisy and the motor drive isn’t very smooth. Not sure if that’s age or design, but it’s the only thing that one can complain about regarding the table.
The base model MMC5 is excellent, I can only imagine how good the higher spec cartridges could be!
Funny, if not politically incorrect, story. Many years ago when I worked at Tweeter, we had a training about B&O and the point was made that the engineering is first rate, it is not just a pretty face, and I chimed in, " Yeah, you know Stevie Wonder didn't buy it for the looks!" 
I crack me up!
I crack me up!
The scene in Blues Brothers in which Ray Charles takes out a pistol and takes a shot at the kid trying to steal a guitar also comes to mind.Funny, if not politically incorrect, story. Many years ago when I worked at Tweeter, we had a training about B&O and the point was made that the engineering is first rate, it is not just a pretty face, and I chimed in, " Yeah, you know Stevie Wonder didn't buy it for the looks!"
I crack me up!
@Gianluca has posted a link to the chassis set! Wonderful!!
https://modushop.biz/site/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=971
For the time being (Late 2023 - early 2024) buy these chassis directly from Modushop. They may be offered in the store in the future, but don't wait if you want one.
Photos of prototype. Production will have steel top and bottom covers for better shielding. Chassis set is the (2) chassis boxes, all plugs/jacks/posts/glands/switches/etc... are not included.
https://modushop.biz/site/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=971
For the time being (Late 2023 - early 2024) buy these chassis directly from Modushop. They may be offered in the store in the future, but don't wait if you want one.
Photos of prototype. Production will have steel top and bottom covers for better shielding. Chassis set is the (2) chassis boxes, all plugs/jacks/posts/glands/switches/etc... are not included.
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