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Good 2 channel integrated amplifier for 702 s2 under 3k?
Get yourself an Anthem MRX 520 or the new 540 AVR around $1500.00 it has pre outs for all the speakers which means you can get seperate power amps and use the AVR like a pre amp.Use the AVR for the surround speakers and get a Parasound NewClassic... 
What is the actual percentage of people exclusively listening to vinyl vs digital?
I only listen to vinyl or cd's, I have never streamed anything and do not ever intend to. I still have one of my first turntables that I bought back in 1978 and listen to it at least 5 times a week, but mainly listen to my newer turntables that I ... 
Japanese Audio
Omega Speaker systems, Omega Speaker Systems from Norwalk Connecticut all speakers between 94.5dB and 98dB efficiency, and are actually reasonably priced.  
I have been on the hunt for the best turntable I can buy. Any suggestions?
If you can afford $800.00 you could step up to the Audio Technica AT-LP7 it comes with a cartridge is fully manual and also has a built in pre amp it even includes rca cables, and has removable head shell if you want to buy other cartridges. 
I have been on the hunt for the best turntable I can buy. Any suggestions?
Or just pick up an Audio Technica AT-LPW50PB for $399.00 it even comes with an AT-VM95E cartridge and is belt drive, good starter turntable. it also has a built in pre amp. 
I have been on the hunt for the best turntable I can buy. Any suggestions?
$450.00 I don’t own a cartridge that costs less than 1k, the IC cables I use on my TT are silver wire cost twice that.You might as well just spend the $450.00  on a cartridge now then another 1K - 2K on a tone arm, then save at least 3K - 6K on a ... 
New turntable: TW or Obama?
Have you looked at the Acoustic Solid Royal Turntable it is in your price range at $16k or some of the Transrotor turntables. 
Which amplifier should i buy
You might want to try the Atma Sphere MA-1 Mk3.3 they are in your price range and have plenty of power and drive for most any speaker. 
2 Ohm Tekton Pendragons
If you want an amp that will easily drive a 2ohm load then get an Anthem P2 power amp it will drive that load all the time. 
Looking for my Final Pair!!
If you can afford a bit more $$ you could get the Yamaha NS-5000 speakers, I have heard them and for Jazz and blues music they are hard to beat in their price range. 
Preamp for Herron VTPH-2A
You might want to try either of the Denafrips linestage preamps. DENAFRIPS HESTIA PREAMPS$1,298.00  DENAFRIPS ATHENA PREAMPS$2,698.00 Both of these are in your price range and if you buy one you might just want to keep it long term.Very well built... 
Phono stage question
I have to agree with MC the Decware ZP3 phono preamp is a great bargain and great sounding, and for another $900.00 you can get the ZMC 1,2, or 3 for MC cartridges. with this set up you will not need any other phono preamp. 
Straight out of the box doesn't work.
Is it just 1 red light next to a particular tube or are all the red lights on next to all the tubes on the right side of the unit.If it is only 1 red light next to a specific tube, turn off amp then remove that tube and also remove 1 of the other ... 
Looking for a new phono preamp
Parasound JC 3 + easy to adjust, very versatile and under 3K in price, many positive reviews.Or you can cut that price in half and go with a JC 3 Jr.I currently have both of these in my systems and also a Parasound ZPhono XRM pre in my 3rd system. 
Better XLR/RCA adapters
Parts Express Neutrik NA2FPMF 3 Pin XLR Female to RCA Jack Adapter $8.90 Sound good and won't break the bank.