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What are you streaming tonight?
Fourplay - S/T, Qobuz Hi-Res.  Sounds nice, but a little too "smooth" for my tastes.  
New turntable
I recently purchased a reconditioned Sota Sapphire.  I went old school with a NOS Jelco 750D, but there are a lot of great choices for tonearms.  It's really a beautiful table and sounds wonderful. That was an upgrade from an Acoustic Signature W... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Shades of Deep Purple  
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Jim, that Pretenders title was out of print and they have done another run. It’s currently in Big Timber, Montana according to FedEx. Some time next week... There was also a recent hi-res release that sounds fantastic. BTW, that's cool you score... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
AC/DC - Flick of the Switch   
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Jim, I just ordered mfsl Pretenders S/T  
Whats on your turntable tonight?
B.O.C - Cultosaurus Erectus  
60db gain 100 ohm load phono pre
For your budget, check out the Parks Puffin. Plenty of gain and very quiet.   
Short list of musical subwoofers
So many opinions on which brand is "best".  What seems to ring true for everyone is subs are good, and more are better.  One might conclude that matching the size, type, location, and integration of the subs with your room and speakers matters mor... 
Integrated vs. Separates on a Budget
If you're looking for an affordable budget phono stage, the Parks Puffin is hard to beat.  
Integrated vs. Separates on a Budget
https://www.schiit.com/products/mani  
Please check out Radio Paradise FLAC Streaming Options
Roon just released an update and it shows what's playing, at least on my Android tablet. RP is fantastic!  
What are you streaming tonight?
Bonnie "Prince" Billy / Bill Callahan - Blind Date Party, Qobuz Hi-Res This is a covers collection that is all over the place, but in a really good and fun way.  
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Deadmau5 - 4X4+12   Not my typical morning listen, but it's a lot of fun even on my small system.  A little too early to turn it up though.  
KEF Blade Two - Unbelieveable
I have Ref 1s and they are fantastic. With a few subwoofers of course.