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Who knows what has happened to Bill Sommerwerk
Google Bill or William "Sommerwerck".DeKay 
Sam here and this goes much deeper than i ever thought.
I would perform the download off-world in a galaxy far, far away...Obviously, avoiding the Death Star by a space tad (or Two).DeKay 
Cabinet recommendation
I missed the CD storage part.I store CD's (on end) in the shallow drawers of an old Tansu cabinet (holds 1200+).Perhaps consider storing the CD's/LP's in separate units?Many use Ikea units for LP storage as they come in various sizes/configuration... 
Cabinet recommendation
Try Googling credenza, sideboard, record storage (or something like that).Example:https://www.departmentchicago.com/product-page/60-record-cabinetDeKay 
How to shop for an integrated?
I was originally going to suggest that you move to Des Moines (the West side in nice), but it now looks as if you are making progress.A few amps to add to the list...-Belles Aria -w- phono-Croft Phono IntegratedDeKay 
One Channel of Magnepan Mini Maggie sounds lower than the other
Have you checked the tweeter fuse?If you don't have a spare try swapping them from speaker to speaker.Also remove and reinstall the tweeter bar/connector on the back of the problematic speaker.DeKay 
~$15K floorstanders: opinions sought
wassaicwill:What color palette are we talking about?DeKay 
Old favorites that you still play and still "feel".
-"FBR", also-"Anything Goes" late 1980’s Broadway recording-"The Umbrellas of Cherbourg", soundtrack-"Sounds of Silence", especially now! -"Blonde on Blonde"-"Carole King Tapestry"-"Winwood", double album-"Best of Blondie"-"Live at the Cafe De Par... 
A Highly Unusual Topic!
You might also like...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNCOFJnpPGsDeKay 
NOBSOUND Model EL 34 China made Amp
Probably a double coil power transformer that would use a 250V fuse when wired for 220 AC, or a 125V fuse when wired for 110 AC.Just my guess.DeKay 
Upgrade to my system - Speakers maybe
sunujing:Years ago I heard two familiar systems which were updated with a second sub, and the change in SQ was not subtle.One used vintage Diatone speakers with huge (18"?) Velodyne servo subs and the other Vandersteen 3A Sigs with Vandersteen sub... 
Newbie help - Building a system from scratch
lewm:Yes, we do agree...Tired of seeing WAY uninformed suggestions in the forums for specific gear/components, especially now that it is difficult to audition such @ local shops.DeKay 
Newbie help - Building a system from scratch
Your room size/description and and where you can realistically place the speakers would help a lot...Surprised anyone offered REAL suggestions (not really) sans this basic/important info.DeKay 
Upgrade to my system - Speakers maybe
If you like the sound of the speakers think about adding a 2nd sub (you could purchase another new HRS8 online for $500-$600 + whatever cables you would need).You might also look into a decent power conditioner that will handle both digital/analog... 
Should a reference speaker be neutral, or just great sounding?
I prefer speakers with a pronounced estuary accent.DeKay