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How Is This Possible? Must be Counterfeits
And it is one of the key reasons I don't use Nordost brand. It is problematic in the secondary market.  
How to answer questions posted on virtual systems?
I believe you did correctly. It was designed for posting and replies as a thread so others can follow comments/questions and answers.  
eBay
@ OP That was part of the User Agreement when you sign up, so it's legal. A little background around fees on shipping. Years ago, sellers tried to circumvent ebay fee system by selling an item at a very low price $1 and charge a shipping $1000 (... 
eBay
That is legal for eBay to collect sales tax based on the buyer's state residence. The buyer is responsible for the sales tax so it does not affect the seller. The tax % varies by state. This new rule has been applied for a few years.   
Tubes Recommendation for McIntosh Preamp
@xcool  I previously owned a Mc C1100 and replaced stock tubes with Telefunken 12AX7 and 12AT7. Telefunken is much better than stock tubes. Once you hear them, you don't want to revert back to stock tubes.   
This One has Me Stumped
Kent even provided a tour of the factory and introduced the team assembling their gears. That was my experience when I picked up Pass items. If Kent has time, he would not mind doing that.  
Paypal drastic changes
Reporting Threshold $5,000 in tax year 2024 "In a key revision to the law, the IRS said that starting in tax year 2024 it will transition toward the new rule by increasing the reporting threshold from $600 to $5,000. That means people who receive... 
Wilson Alexia 2
No McIntosh. These are good amps to choose: Krell FPB700CX / FPB750MCX, Pass Labs XA200.5/.8, Mark Levinson No.33  
Amp — Leave on or turn off
Turn off if they have tubes.  For solid state, it's up to you.  
Are You a Swifty?
Not a fan of her music / style, so boring.  
When will McIntosh update the C2700 with the C2800?
@carey1110  C12000 was released in 2021.  Based on the pattern, it may be another 3 years for a newer version, just a guess.  
How would you spend my next $5K?
Add another sub S/812  
MC2105 v MC402 which would you rather?
Go with the MC402. Personally I just don't like vintage gears.  
TAS. The Absolute Sound?
Another post from the OP no one understands..........  
Acceptable to ask seller for option to return a component?
You can always ask and they can say no.  My take for buying audio gears on Audiogon is always "no return" except: Item is not as described Seller / Dealer specifically stated return would be acceptable (usually with restocking fee)