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Looking to build a system for under $5k
Clearday cable may be the way to go, but I wouldn't make cable choices until I determined what components you are getting and funds remaining for cables.http://cleardaycables.com/ 
Looking to build a system for under $5k
+1 for @charles1dad +1 for @strateahed entry level Pro Dynamics could be an optional choice to combine with the above reference Coincident Dynamo MK II amplifier.http://tyleracoustics.com/pro_dynamics.htmlMagnepan .7 or  1.7 could be an optional c... 
Current production EL34 tubes for vtl mb-125
Here is a link to  a EL34 tube family comparison that you may find helpful.http://wallofsound.ca/audioreviews/tubes/el34-tube-comparison-with-tubes-supplied-by-www-thetubestor... 
Current production EL34 tubes for vtl mb-125
If your looking for a lower cost EL34 type, I can recommend the JJ E34L (not to get mixed up with the EL34)matched. There approx. $18.00 each at the Tube Store plus extra fee for matched and balanced. These were supplied with my Ars Sonus Filarmon... 
Is there somewhere I can check vinyl sound quality?
@ochremoon Thnx for the http://hisonvinyl.com/  info 
6922 Tubes!
Actually I think the term "expansion/contraction coefficient of materials" should replace the term "temperature coefficient of materials" denoted in my above post 
6922 Tubes!
Even though there claim to being an affordable process, I'm not sure what there definition means. I say this based on the cost of there cables, etc. I'm considering cryo treatment for some tubes I have, more for increasing the longevity then SQ si... 
Amplifier for the magnepan 3.7i
This discussion may be helpful.https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/best-cheap-amps-for-magneplanar-speakers 
6922 Tubes!
@bdp24 Hi Eric,Regarding Cryo treatment, I found the following link for Tyra Labs, which  briefly explains there cryo process and the electrical benefits. I thought you may be interested, being they are located in Lake Oswego, Oregon; semi close t... 
Merlin TSM speakers alignment
You may want to contact Rich at Signature Sound. http://wp.sigsound.com/http://wp.sigsound.com/contact-and-about-us/https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/merlin-tsm-m-mxe-owners-manual/post?highlight=signature%2Bsou...signaturesound52 posts02-25-... 
Audiophile Record Labels
@tgyeti Ref: Al Stewart, Year of the Cat - RinoI thought you may be interested in the following Al Stewart LP'sAll recorded from original RCA and Janus master tapes by Joe Reagoso and pressed at RTIhttp://www.fridaymusic.com/al-stewart-zero-she-f... 
Shindo Montrachet EL34 amp -- can it handle impedance of Snell Type A?
I see you have the Shindo Montrachet EL34 amp for sale here on AG.I was thinking that the Auto transformers sold by Anti-Wire may be a solution to matching your speakers to the Shindo, by increasing speaker impedance. I am sure you already have gi... 
Audiophile Record Labels
Here's a few more , I don't believe I saw listed above. Most of the below listed are in existence/business, some are not but available on the used market such as Discogs Speakers Corner (http://www.speakerscornerrecords.com/)Friday Music (http://w... 
Tube rolling preamp or power amp gain tubes, which ones (or both)?
My experience with the PL3, PL5, PL7, PL8 matches the information outlined in the above post by rodmann99999.  The 1st stage or input tubes making the most difference opposed to a driver stage, but don't discount the rectifier tubes in the Preamp,... 
Budget Audiophile Looking For Amplifier Suggestions
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/solid-state-mcintosh-mc754-beautiful-true-survivor-in-near-new-con...https://www.audiogon.com/listings/solid-state-van-alstine-synergy-300-2017-01-12-amplifiers-93101-sa...