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Graham Phantom I vs Dynavector 507 MK2
The Dynavector allows VTA (and VTF) on the fly as well.Sonics of the arms cannot be compared without common ground i.e. auditioning on the same turntable.Dealer disclaimer 
Reed 12" vs Ikeda 407 tonearm
Consider the user on Audiogon is a shill for the Reed importer.Do some research on their history together.Good luck. 
Dedicated lines- need break in?
Make sure you install audio grade faceplates on the duplexes or the dedicated lines will be a waste of time and money.Happy new hear. 
Indie/alternative artists that keep things simple
Iron and Wine (Samuel Beam)His albums/songs are a joy. 
Best version of Moody Blues "Days of Future Passed
It may take some time but keep an eye out for an original 1967 US or UK pressing on Deram. If your patient you'll find one for less than an MFSL both of which smoke the MFSL.I have all 3 and it's no contest. 
Rogue M-150 versus Canary CA-160
Skip tubes and go solid state with your C1. My experience with many Dynaudio speakers suggests that solid state offers better performance than tubes.Dealer disclaimer 
Guitarist for Janis Joplin's Big Brother band dies
"Combination of the Two" is one of the best opening cuts on any album.He's terrific on that. 
Why do mint-looking LPs sometimes play poorly?
>> Why do mint-looking LPs sometimes play poorly?<<Because, according to The Temptations, "Beauty Is Only Skin Deep". 
The closest approach: what amplification?
Setting aside the speaker, and from a strict theoretical standpoint, an OTL design seems to make the most sense.IMO 
Any Michael Bub'le fans.......
Michael Bolton redux 
tuner better than turntable ? thread.
I'll give you a "C" for consistency.You were wrong a few months ago.And you're still wrong.Coupling caps?LOL 
Pure Class A shootout
>>12-19-09: DlcockrumDuane, my Krell FPB-600C amp will soundly spank whatever it is that you are listening to.<<Well that's foolish.The speaker is critical in evaluating any amplifier. I can list a dozen amps that will outperform your ... 
Tube phono stage vs Solid state phono stage.
Third the GSP.Going for around $500 on the used market.Major bargain at that price. 
Cartridge and step up / riaa for TW Acustic Raven
I've heard your cartridge Robyatt. One needs not buy one to hear one.Comparing it to anything I sell is irrelevant as my opinion is just as valid as yours. Perhaps more so having heard hundreds of cartridges in over 50 years of the hobby/business.... 
Who OWNS Zu Audio Speakers- Especially Definition
Yeah, a sub is probably great for "Wayne's World".Party on Ton.