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24/96 where to buy?
CDNOW.COM also stocks Chesky, JVC, etc. But, you need to be careful of how you search their site. Be specific about label/artist info. 
Integrated tube amplifier - finest ?
In contrast to Mfgrep stellar review of the CJ, I found it to be very slow and colored. I auditioned the CJ a/b to the Mesa Tirgis, which, in my opinion, was far superior to the CJ. However, I purchased the Copland CTA-402 which was very close to ... 
integrated tube amp for $1000.00 clams
There isn't one! Certainly not with a phono stage included. MAYBE, you could find a SF Anthem (not sure about phono) used for under $1k, and this is still a hybrid. The Jolida has limited inputs and no phono. 
Best way to clean vinyl ???
I have found some success with the Orbitrac II unit. Available from Needledoctor. com, Acousticsounds.com and/or elusivedisc.com. Cost is $35.00 plus shipping. I agree with all above on the NittyGritty/VPI, but much more expensive. When they come ... 
Best small/monitor/bookshelf speakers?
Is it me or is everyone ignoring the B&W 302DM?? 
Dynaudio 1.3SE and Proac 1SC
I owned the 1SCs for about 18 months. I was driving these with the Densen Beat 100 integrated, 60wpc. I auditioned both of these A/B at the dealer. The Dynaudio are a bit more analytical and more bass. However, the 1SCs won me over with their tran... 
Best intergrated amp. for US$800
Hey guy, I just looked through the ads on this site. There is a myriad of great integrateds all of which I have listed before. There is a Densen, Classe, Sim and Niam among others. I owned a Beat 100 and loved it. Only sold to move to a Copland CT... 
intergrated tubed amp under 2000
I can point you to a pre-owned Copland CTA-401, 32wpc class A w/phono for under $2k. Call 914-766-2553 if interested. 
Classe Cap 151 vs Krell Kav 300i
I have heard both of these integrateds and can tell you in no-uncertain terms that the Densen D-10 is a MUCH better sounding piece. Granted, it's half the power output, but will drive the SFs easily. There's one on Ebay now with optional phono. If... 
Mesa Tigris - Opinions Requested
I auditioned three integrateds; C-J CAV50, Densen Beat 100 and the Tigris. The Tigris was the best, hands-down. However, I purchased the Beat because it was a very close second at half the price. Please see my ad selling the Densen if your interes...