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Help fine-tune my speaker search
In addition to speakers from a regular hi-fi store, I would also look at some large powered studio monitors. You could spend extra with the savings you will have by not needing to upgrade your power amp and even further if you sell your existing p... 
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Severe short term audio distortion when watching Netflix
I would try watching your computer processes (Process Monitor?) and see what is running during the distortion.  If you have a way to substitute a laptop or old computer for the new one you may be able to rule out the computer completely.  But not ... 
Software recommendations
I would recommend you start by disclosing what operating system you are using.  
Paypal...buyer protection fees didnt help me
As a retiree I now only buy things I can move around myself. No more 50 pound amps or floorstanding speakers. I also prefer to buy from dealers using a credit card rather than from private individuals. Both those changes help make it easier when s... 
CD RACK
I enjoyed my Soundstyle rack until I gave up CDs and sold it. It revolved so it was easy to access both sides.  Very well built and feet adjustable in height.      
What are my options to get Amarra 2.3.3, version 4319 activated.?
I would call them and ask to speak to a supervisor about your request.  If no luck, dump it for something else that doesn't have product activation and has more understanding customer service.  
FREE - Magnepan LRS - to a good Home
That was admirably generous!  
Bookshelf speakers on a bookshelf (Sad)
If it was me I would start off by re-purposing the console cabinet.  
What do you consider the most when choosing a pair of speakers?
I like to switch my speakers around so sometimes one set is moved from the upstairs living room to the basement listening room.  So it is important to me that my wife is able to carry them for me up and down the stairs.  She's almost 70 so I try t... 
Old Vandersteen model 2 vs. newer model 2
Keep in mind that older speakers in general are more likely to need re-capping the crossovers, ferrofluid replaced in tweeters and driver surrounds re-foamed. Unless you do that yourself, it can be expensive and a nuisance.  I would buy the newest... 
What are the top 3 USB cables being used today in reference systems?
Supra for a long 5M run: Supra Neo by Oyaide Elec D+ for a shorter run: Oyaide    
Best speakers for a small room
Not a big room to fill and dimensions may not be optimal so I would narrow it down by keeping budget under $1000. KEF LS50 or similar sized passives or small powered nearfield studio monitors.  
The vanishing stereo rack
I would rather keep my equipment in the same room with the speakers.  Where else will the equipment go, in a closet with my wife's clothes and shoes?   In the bedroom or bathroom?  Also wouldn't want a cell phone anywhere near my listening room.  ... 
New Magnaplanar 1.7 delaminating and buzzing.
You said 1.7 in your OP and I referred to them as 1.7s (ie. plural), just to eliminate any confusion. I had original 1.7s (plural of 1.7) and about 1 month before the warranty expired, I noticed something not right. I only noticed it with one son...