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Condition of speakers
The seller misrepresented the speakers. Audiogon's definition of 10/10 Mints is as follows: Speaker grilles should have absolutely no pulls or discoloration. The bottoms of speakers should not show signs of stand mounting or floor scrapes. 
VPI Classic 3 anyone try a Denon 103R
The Dyna 20x2 and the XX-2 definitely have a familiar sound. I would say that the 20x2 gets you 90% of the XX-2, but that last 10% can be expensive. I found the XX-2 better at retrieving subtle difference and micro dynamics 
Coincident Frankenstein mk.2 amps
Sonpro, my good friend just bought the TA-300B tubes. They sounded good out of the box, but took 150 hours before they sounded incredible. You are in for a treat. 
VPI Classic 3 anyone try a Denon 103R
The Dyna 20x2 and XX-2 mate REALLY well with the Classic arm. 
VPI Classic 3 anyone try a Denon 103R
In my experience, the Denon 103r benefits from an arm with more effective mass that the VPI Classic Signature. 
NRG amp concerns
For $350 it is a no brainer...buy it!!! 
I'm gettin weak bass and dynamics in one speaker
Start at the source end and swap the L and R interconnect connections and see if the problem changes from one speaker to the other. If the problem does not move from one speaker to the other, move on to the next piece of equipment. This method wil... 
Retail ricing on Entreq grounding system
Some manufactures will have wholesale prices and leave it up to their respective distributor to determine retail price. Retail prices will differ from region to region due to various import duties, tariffs, increased distribution cost, and in some... 
Best 845 tube out there?
Charles1dad, I agree that everyone has their own individual listening bias and there is no universal best, only a best for you. I would be very interested in Jwm’s long term listening impressions. I found the Psvane WE845 to be very dynamic with a... 
Best 845 tube out there?
Psvane is doing an excellent job at manufacturing and MARKETING their “premium” brand of tubes. Psvane, IMHO, has target the North American market due to our thirst for high quality new production tubes and especially our willingness to pay a prem... 
NRG amp concerns
If you have a concern, ask the seller that you will buy it on the condition that a reputable tech gives it a clean bill of health. I would offer to pay for the test. 
Cary Cinema 6 problem
Call Cary, they offer excellent customer support. 
Any bad experience with wilson audio sasha w/p?
Bo1972, how about some paragraphs? It would make your lengthy responses easier to read. 
Fake RRP on cables. A Joke
The $10k+ cable market represents less than 1% of the cables sold,therefore, not a big issue for most audiophiles. 
Tube amps demonstrated with totem element series
Contact Totem and ask them directly.