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Russian made amps?
Swampwalker, you are correct. I am quite familiar with the emigre's that have already been mentioned. My question is who is currently making equipment in Russia? I would suspect that there is some GREAT gear there that we have never heard of. 
Gruv Glide - Do you use it?
I don't use it on newer LP's or on Mint condition LP's, BUT I think it is a marvel on the VG++ and worse condition LP's that most of us have in our collection.Does knock back a lot of hash and background noise. Good Stuff, IMHO. 
Anyone try Supra LoRad 2.5 PCs?
Mik971, I would suggest the Wattgate plugs. Check their website and go with the best that you can afford. 
Vivid speakers Giya G3 and Oval K1
I've heard both. The Giya's are a little more complete in the bottom end. Also seemed to have slightly better image definition on the stage ( very slightly).Both are excellent speakers, IMHO. As to the looks, well the Giya's are either your cup of... 
Anyone try Supra LoRad 2.5 PCs?
Agisthos, IF you are using the Supra connector's you haven't heard this cable, IMHO. The standard connector's are garbage compared to the Wattgate's or Furutech's. Try the Supra with Wattgate's and then get back to us. 
Best Cables for Sonus Faber Futuras
IMHO, Nordost works very well with SF speakers. 
VPI Classic 4, any one have it?
I'm interested in this TT too. Please do post once you have had a chance to listen to yours. BTW, did you hear the Classic 3 or 1/2? Why did you go for the 4 vs. these others? 
Opinions - Best Sound at T.H.E. Newport 2013 Show?
My favorite this year was the Wilson room with the Alexia's and the ARC Ref 250's/Ref10 preamp along with an AMG TT. Great sound .Close second was Greg Baron's room with the UHA tape deck and Gauder Akusitk speakers. The UHA RtoR is something else... 
Experiencing Rowland M925 4-chassis reference amps
French fries...+1 
Driving Sonus Faber Elipsa
Ted, I think your Ayre's will go great with the Elipsas. Most likely the Air Tight will work well too. The ATM-1 is a very nice amp...remember SF speakers seem to really LIKE tube amps. 
Reterminate Syn. Research cable, shocking find
To answer Drubin's question...and I'm sure that most will be shocked by this...I believe Nordost has legit technology and are first rate cables. OTOH, I think they do subscribe to the biz plan that I stated above. Same can be said for Cardas, Kimb... 
Reterminate Syn. Research cable, shocking find
Interesting post Islandman. Remember, the more quality that goes into a product, the less profit for a set price. SR's has never been a cable that I felt gave any value for money whatsoever. In the high end biz, that's what it's all about in most ... 
Signal Cable REL cable vs Speakon Custom REL cable
Does anyone have an answer to Louisl's original question? I too would like to know what everyone thinks of the differences between the Signal and zikhmark's cable. 
Best Power Cable for less than $100
Supra Lorad. 
Which REL sub, R528 or B2
Wolf, I now see what you are saying. But it doesn't make any sense to me. The x-over and the level should be right for all of your recording's. If you are increasing the level from recording to recording, something is wrong, IMO. Again, IMHO, if t...