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Linn Sondek LP-12 happy/un-happy owners
Count me as very happy. I have a old LP12/Ittok, upgraded over a valhalla with an Origin Live DC motor. For fun, compared it head to head with Lyra Argo on VPI scout and scout master. LP12 just sounded better. It was undeniable. Everyone in attend... 
Jazz Piano?
A great one to buy is "This One's for Blanton" by Duke Ellington and Ray Brown. Very accessible. 
upgrading Rogue 88 vs monoblocks
I was told (by someone at Rogue) that the magnuming of the 88 is the least valuable of the magnums. Plus the extra power has to help. My 88 definately pooped out when really pushed. 
Recommended female vocalists?
Beth Orton - Central Reservation 
I am nuts to use these speakers?
All you have to do is go to the dealer from whom you bought your other equipment and borrow a pair of high quality speakers and just listen. I went through the same thing, and until I brought something home, I thought my speakers were just fine. T... 
Rega Mira/Brio ?
Just bought a new Mira and you should too.... 
Music Hall MMF-5 ?????
Just went through the same thing and ended up with the MMF-5. I couldn't be happier. It is just a great sounding turntable/cartridge combination. Make sure it is set up properly by a trained pro.... 
Best West Los Angeles Audiophile Shops?
I second Brooks Berdan. He just knows....Worth the drive. Call him first and he'll talk you through his lines.