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VPI SDS 45 RPM malfunction
Try stepping up the SDS run voltage from 72v to something higher. I would start at 75v and increase the voltage until the voltage stops varying between the run and startup voltage. 
VPI SDS 45 RPM malfunction
I bet you have the 300rpm motor. It sounds like you will need to change the capacitor value within the motor assembly. VPI can recommend an alternate cap value that will prevent your motor from hunting for power when running at 45rpm speed. 
Neutral and open sounding 300B tubes
The Psvane Treasure mk2 are a very nice natural tube. Another alternative would be the Shuguang Treasure 300B-Z which are on sale at Partsconnexion for 1/3 off at $300/pair. 
Value of Sony XBR Tube TV's
I could not give away 36 inch top of line Sony XBR tube tv with matching stand. This 200lb+ tv is a beast to move. I had to disassemble the tv into parts to be able to get it out of the house. An electronics salvage company took the tv without a c... 
Looking for a Nordost cable PC re-terminator.
Contact Nordost to see if they will do it for you. If you have anyone else do it it will significantly devalue the cable. 
Where can I find a Benz lps cartridge for sale?
Ernst Benz, founder and chief designer of Benz Micro was in poor health over the last couple of years and passed away earlier this month (July 2014) at the age of 82. 
Cary 805 vs 211 amp
The Pass xa point 5 series will work with B&W speakers quite well. I have seen and heard this combo a couple of times with excellent results. 
Alternative record cleaning method
It works but it's a real pain in the a$$! 
Best of current 12ax7?
Psvane 12ax7 treasure series TII. Awesome tubes. 
Cary 805 vs 211 amp
IMHO, both the 805 and 211 amps are not a good match for the B&W 800 Diamonds. 
VPI 3D & 10.5i armwand compatibility
What will be VPI's return/upgrade policy for owners of the original 3d arm who now desire a non-prototype design? 
Cary SLI 80 Signature Upgrade?
Live with the unit stock before you contemplate any upgrades. You need to understand and appreciate the unit's sound signature for a period of time before you attempt to modify the unit. Not all "upgrades" are sonic improvements. 
Tube amp bias question or not?
As long as the tube can't hold steady bias there is no worry. When you see a tube that cannot hold bias it is time to swap out the tube. Bias levels will fluctuate with the power grid. Your amp is running fine, enjoy! 
Tube amp bias question or not?
Dont worry about it. 495 - 500 is close enough to be considered "matched" for biased purpose. If you want to mark sure that it is the tube and not the circuit, move the tubes around and see if the lower bias tube follows the new position. 
Cary cad 120s bias meters ?
This is how Cary told me how to set your volume control sensitivity. Turm the left and right level controls counter clockwise to the null position. Set the master control knob to the 12:00 position. Play some music and slowly turn both the right a...