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l just discovered another one of the record companies dirty tricks?
Remind us what the "theory" was? 
MM Cartridge
The Clearaudio Virtuoso is just a little above your budget, but I don't understand why you wouldn't consider MC carts.  Is it due to a limitation of your phono stage? 
Should people who can't solder, build or test their speakers be considered audiophiles?
Who wants to be an "audiophile"? I'll take Door Number 2, "music lover".  
Where do you buy your CDs these days?
I rarely do, but the first place I would look would be discogs. 
BEST SOUNDING SYSTEM FOR THE LEAST AMOUNT OF $$$$
This is one of the configurations I've had in my computer room system (I've since replaced the Vincent).Vincent SV-237 integrated $1,250 (second hand)Harbeth P3ESR SE $1,050 (second hand)MHDT Labs Orchid $750 (second hand)Onkyo DV-SP205FX SACD pla... 
Best Speakers for a small Nearfield room, budget at most $10000 (used is also ok)
I recently purchased KEF Reference 1 for my main system.  The room is much bigger than yours, but I think they'd be fantastic in a smaller room.  Based on your listening and placement preferences, you could save yourself a boatload of money and ge... 
What are you streaming tonight?
Pink Floyd - The Wall, Qobuz.  My little Harbeth P3ESR continue to amaze me.  This is one of my most listened to recordings and I'm noticing little details that I never noticed before. 
What are you streaming tonight?
Bill Frisell - Valentine, Qobuz Hi-Res, added to my favorites. 
Seeking advice on Speakers that create an intimate 2 channel listening experience
I can't imagine that will be a decision you'll regret.  Fantastic speakers. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
uber, it sounds like you need to set up another system.  Or two.  Or three. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
uber, you're my hero!  How many turntables does that make? 
l just discovered another one of the record companies dirty tricks?
It's another satanic trick, kind of like playing records backwards, only in this case, it's sideways.  Beware! 
What are you streaming tonight?
Pat Metheny Group - S/T, Qobuz Hi-ResI was pretty excited when I saw they had put out all these Pat Metheny albums in Hi-Res.  I tried playing American Garage and there was something wrong with the first file, like it had been put in a blender and... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Bobbie Gentry - Ode to Billie Joe 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Crosby & Nash