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Considering getting a CD player (again). Used? New? Criteria?
I'm old school and prefer the sound of the ancient TDA1541 chip. Many manufacturers used this chip, I've got several players that utilize it, and would also say to find something with an old school Phillips transport. My stable currently;Rotel RCD... 
Herron VTPH-2A or Manley Chinook mk II phonostage
I won't be much help, as I haven't tried both. I had both on my short list when looking for a tube phono pre to join with my RP10/Aphelion, but after a call to Keith I decided on the VTPH2A. I've never experienced such personal customer service, a... 
confused and don't know what to do
This video requires payment to watch????Lol, big skip there https://www.google.com/search?q=rev%20runs%20rennovation%20secret%20cinema&newwindow=1&clien... 
What Would You Do with a Sealed, 1st Press Miles Davis "Kind of Blue"?
Send it to me, I'll play the hell out of it!!  
Frustrated with Vinly
Vinyl is not for the faint of heart. It takes some serious dedication. The other posters are right about gear quality. To extract the magic you need decent gear, not a 90 dollar AT60.Not being a dick here but that's the truth. The phono pre I run ... 
Does raising speaker cables off the floor really make a big difference?
I use Ace Hardware rebar chairs. $4.99 for 20.You're welcome!https://www.acehardware.com/departments/building-supplies/walls-floors-and-ceiling/joist-hangers/561... 
Is it a good idea to buy CD players over 10 years old even it is a reliable brand?
Find something that uses the old school TDA1541 chip and your golden. There’s a list you can Google of the many high/low/med end players that use it. Most pleasing sound for me with CD 
Proton 1100 Stereo Preamp
Looks like they go for around $100-$150 on the completed/sold listings on the big auction site.  
Why no “Break in” period?
The "break in period" is usually one day longer than the return window. Physically moving items such as speaker cones and cartridges I'd agree have a break in, cables? Not in my book.  
Hidden Gems in Pre-Owned Solid State Power Amplifiers?
I'm with Bigkidz here. They are all for sale for a reason. "That new girl you just met? Someone somewhere is glad that she's gone!"  
Acoustic panels on ceiling
I measured from the speaker face to my  listening position by using plumb lines to place tacks in the ceiling, ran string through then, creating the angles, then made the center of the panels halfway the distance. See my system pics for details. T... 
Does Anyone Know Much About Chord Electronics Amplifiers?
All specs aside, good or bad, it's the appearance that kills it for me. Why make the gear look like some off brand X-Box controller, of a non-standard chassis size? Even if they were the greatest thing on the planet, I couldn't do it.