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speaker cable prices
+1 signal cable.com 
Old or new gear
Do not rule out PrimaLuna. They are a great value and awesome for the money. I am a tube guy and I love my PrimaLuna Dialogue Preamp and Dialogue amps. They're integrated are an amazing value. 
Vacuum Tube Retailer Option
+1 Brent Jesse 
PrimaLuna Dialogue Premium
Another really happy PL owner. I also did a lot of listening and research moving back from SS to tubes. Did watch Kevin on youtube and actually spoke to him for quite a while when I was thinking about buying some high end used equipment from him. ... 
Whats in your second system?
In my office/bedroom:AudioNote Kit EL34 integratedAudioNote Kit Phono PreRega RP6 with GrooveTracer upgradesSchiit Bifrost DACApple AirPort ExpressDevore Gibbon 3Xls 
Turntable getting back to vinyl
Check out the Orbit at www.uturnaudio.com. Everything you need from one source, and the reviews are good!!! 
Triode or Ultra-linear? Why?
Thanks all for your input,A 
Triode or Ultra-linear? Why?
Very interesting. Most posters seem to enjoy triode mode. Why not just make a superior triode amp, save the cost of switches and additional wiring? Actually, I think I know the answer. Most consumers are impressed by power ratings, nothing else. 
Help w/ Martin Logan setup!
I use my Summit X's only as stereo speakers. They are currently being driven by PrimaLuna Prologe amps set up as mono-blocs. No problem driving to more than adequate volumes. Have never heard clipping. Sound is spectacular. 
Triode or Ultra-linear? Why?
Tablejockey, thanks for your response. That's exactly where my ears seem to be taking me as well. 
Best Budget RCA cables
+1 re: Signal Cables!!!!!!!!!! 
Is the upgrade from Scout 1.1 to the Prime worth it?
I also went from a Scout 1.1 to a Prime. As good as the Scout is, there's no comparison. Agree with the posters recommending a cartridge upgrade. I went from a Ortofon 2M Black to an Ortofon Cadenza Bronze plus Bob's VPI SUT. The sonics are outsta... 
recommendations for amplifiers that don't emit tons of heat
If you want tubes, Primaluna amps running pretty cool. 
No strain with the Strain Gauge,
Ron would love to see some pictures of your system and your creations.Sounds fascinating!!!!Alan 
Ethical Help from the AudiogoN Community
Thank you guys.