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Review : Monoprice 11948 Speakers with Eximus 30 inch Speaker Stands
Really, I guess the bar was set low ...  
New Tubes
500 hours for 12AX7's is barely broken in. They are capable of 5000 - 10,000 hours. I had 60's Fisher tube gear with the originals still installed, working and sounding fine.  
melody 2a3 mono amps
I don't think the amps are a good match for your speakers. You need more efficient speakers for them to perform at their best. See the link below for some info on the amps: Review  
melody 2a3 mono amps
You are at the low range of the power needs of the speaker. Try moving the speakers closer to a wall or corner and see if that helps. If not, you might need more power, especially if you have a large room. Make sure the speaker cables are fastened... 
Honesty is the best policy...I think.
  czarivey, absolutely, I agree 100%, the poster child of rule #1 someone you should never listen to.   
Honesty is the best policy...I think.
All good advice except for the one posted at 1:57pm.  
AUDIOVECTOR SPEAKERS
If your room is large enough to accommodate, I would go with the R3 Signatures as it should be more friendly matched with a mid-powered integrated amplifier and I think you will get better bass.  
WTB: Usher BE-616 DMD Center Channel
The forums is not the correct venue for this want ad.  
Antique Sound Labs
No, Dennis Had was in no way involved with Antique Sound Labs. He built the Inspire amps. Link to: Antique Sound Labs  
Wadax Reference Dac and Reference Server--arrived in my room.
What's best is what is best Mike. You have proved over the years your commitment to just that. I congratulate you for your experimentation, willingness to share your listening environment with others and your vast audio knowledge too. It is fun to... 
Want to make sure I have the correct settings for my phono pre-amp
I have this preamp too, do not follow the instructions. You need to try all the different combinations and listen for the best to suit yourself. Now I know this can be a pain, however it can be done on the fly and if you can get a helper to manage... 
Doesnt resistance mean same as impedance??
Google it, get it right and avoid all this, unless northman is right ...  
This is only a test
Evidently, she is still testing ... 😁  
Where/what is the best place to sell used components
Where would one find a "budding audiophile"?  
Where/what is the best place to sell used components
I would do Craigslist on those components.