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Pani ... New ART-9 up and running ...
I would return it and request a replacement. Sometimes that happens with cartridges, but when you are buying one in that price range or above it should be perfectly aligned. 
Where to get new midrange drivers for Virgos?
You could try contacting a driver seller like Madisound, but I believe that Audio Physic uses custom drivers. As such I think you'd be best advised to contact your local dealer or the AP distributor for the exact replacements. 
B&W 'New' 800 Series
Aintitgr8 - The break-in process you describe is commonly used, but it does not cut down on the time required. The speakers are aimed towards each other in close proximity and one of them is wired in reverse polarity (+ and - connections reversed)... 
I am loving my new psb powered sub
I never heard the Subsonic 10, but it was one of PSB's higher end models. In general PSB subs offer great value, but are not as powerful nor do they go as deep as some other more costly designs like the JL Audio subs. Depends what your goals are a... 
Pani ... New ART-9 up and running ...
Don't know about the ART7, but the ART9 is available here: http://www.lpgear.com/product/ATART9.html 
I am loving my new psb powered sub
Curious to know which PSB model you're referring to. 
Audio Converter Software
I've used Trader's Little Helper for many years without any issues to easily convert flac files to wav format. It also supports many other conversions and it's free. When you install it be sure to avoid installation of any optional software which ... 
new Cadenza Blue issue?
I run an Ortofon Cadenza Bronze which I purchased brand new, and its cantilever has been perfectly aligned since I received it. I would suggest returning it for a replacement, since that type of problem will not correct itself and will affect its ... 
RIAA eq standards - a deal breaker?
I believe Swampwalker is absolutely correct on this. 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Matt - really looking forward to your impressions of the Berkeley Reference DAC. Thanks and keep up the good work! 
Essence Electrostatic Speakers...A Bold Statement
If those speakers actually extend flat to 20 Hz they are breaking all laws of physics not to mention any common sense in doing so. I don't believe it is possible, but in time the truth will come out about them so stay tuned. 
Need Help with CD/DAC setup
The amp will play whichever source you select on the MH, either the internal CD player or your Wadia transport when you select the digital input that you have connected it to. 
Tone of Muisc, SF - worst hifi experience. Yours?
I'd suggest finding another dealer, as Tim apparently has no clue how to run an audio store. He sounds so aggravated by trying to accommodate simple requests that he should find another way to make a living. I have no personal experience with this... 
Need Help with CD/DAC setup
The analog outputs would carry the audio signal to the left and right inputs on your amp, for both internal CD playback as well from the digital inputs if you connect your Wadia transport to one of the digital inputs of the MH. The DAC is being us... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Tbg - I just checked and that room at RMAF was using Ayre Acoustics electronics between the Merging Technologies DAC and the German Physiks speakers.