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High mass vs Low Mass Turntables - Sound difference?
Good point avanti  
8K for a one-time listen?
I think it's a tossup as to which one is stupider, this or 20 K wires 
Add Bob Devices CineMag SUT to EAR834P Deluxe
If you're thinking about the Bob's devices SUT get a Parks audio one instead. It is the identical unit for 1/3 the price.  I have no experience with the ear but I wouldn't think that the Bob's devices would beat the transformers in the ear.   And ... 
Pass Labs
 Does Nelson pass have anything to do with pass labs now?   I didn't think so. I consider him  One of the good guys who gives back to the DIY community,  not one of these con artists who is trying to make millions on fancy casework  
Hearing is believing?........power cables.......
Ya it makes a difference. It triggers expectation bias and lightens your wallet.  It doesn't however make the gear sound any different. 
Any opinions re UK forums Vs. Audiogon?
 For selling items I much prefer canuck and US audio mart.  
Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil
IMHO you shouldn't use new tubes unless the old are unobtainable ie 300b or 845 
ARC Ref 5se inferior to LS28?
Cleeds you are talking about minor parts differences, not  different implementations/schematics.   In fact there is some differing opinion on which of the KT Tubes is best, is there not? In my opinion Tetro's or not the last word and sound quality... 
ARC Ref 5se inferior to LS28?
Exactly. Tube design isn't exactly progressing further as the manufacturers would try to have you believe. 
My Audio Research experience
My excuse is the darn talk to text.  
My Audio Research experience
 Wow what a thread! I can't believe all these people piling on the OP like he did something wrong. I guess their fellow Audio research owners…  And nobody commented on that load of baloney posted by clearthink!   If That's clear thinking I'd hate ... 
Class D = Trash?
I doubt class d will ever top a good 845. Don't fight it man, you know what's right! 
My Audio Research experience
Maybe you meant to say their service is "just like none"??? 
My Audio Research experience
Should replacement vacuum tubes be required to complete a repair or update, only Audio Research tubes will be installed in order to assure product performance and to validate the 90-Day Limited Service Warranty. If a customer refuses the use of Au... 
ARC Ref 5se inferior to LS28?
Exactly kulali. We are talking tube electronics for gods sake!  For me I would be less inclined to buy a brand that continually offers new models as it shows they are more focused on the bottom line than on giving their customers good value.