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Ventriloquist effect
Agree to the fact that our eyes are attracted to the expensive wires by its looks and description more than its actual performance. Otherwise they'd look more like professional grade wires(that's what I use, because they've been most-likely used i... 
Do I Need to Replace One of My Drivers?
First pull out the driver and see if you can spot any cone damage. Cone repair may turn substantially cheaper than purchasing a new driver. 
LP to CD format anyone ...
you can purchase pioneeer xxx609 excellent cd recorder that can take an analogue input. You can also have ADC -- analogue to digital converter that you can transfer digital files to your PC in the desirable format depending on one's resolution. 
Volume seems too low
what is your source? what is your amp and what are your SPEAKERS? 
Viagra for Your Ears?
before such viagra created,1. Headphones and/or expensive Etymotic hearing aids.2. Keeping your ears safe from extraneous noises.3. Sleeping 1...2 nights per week with earplugs(resting ear membrane).4. Making swallowing moves periodically as if yo... 
VPI Scout cartridge compliance
I don't think you need to spend $1k. I'd try Goldring Eroica first that matches your setup perfect. 
IMO the two best tracks to demo or test any system
Who's Roger Walters? 
32" television
All in one voice speaking about resolution resolution larger larger, but what about colors? I betcha none of the ever produced flats have them right. 
Audio Desk Systeme Record Cleaner
I'd spend $2k on good lawyer and get all of your funds back with fees and everything together. 
VPI Scout cartridge compliance
Next level of "amazingly well" cannot be published due to the site moderation guidelines. 
32" television
My 2005' 42" viera died 4 years ago. 6 years ago it developed problem of blacking the screen in the middle of work that required disconnecting the unit from the wall and than connecting it back till it won't ever came back. Blown digital board its... 
Upgrade help needed
In the office you can use either tablet with desirable sound card, iPad, iPod or iPhone with lossless files. This way you don't have to download and install drivers on the company computer(bad career move!)I have nearly same situation and most of ... 
32" television
XBR wega is discontinued indeed, but it's getting harder and harder to get it used. Panna plasma TVs don't serve long may be 4...5 years before major electronic issue occurs mainly with control board that is way over half-price of new TV. 
Jazz: If You Like This, You'll Probably Like This
If you like John Coltrane, You should probably try to listen to Roscoe Mitchell and than perhaps you should give a try to Sun Ra... Oh somewhere in the mix you should treat yourself with Lester Bowie. If you liked them all and enjoyed, perhaps it'... 
Advice for new Integrated amp please.
I believe that vintage Accuphase E202 won't have any competitors for your set up. Find one nicely serviced or one that can be nicely serviced and you won't regret.