donvito

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Speaker Suggestions/Opinions
" Especially Spendor but they don’t seem to have a large market in the US."That’s not true. Spendor has many dealers in the USA. The Harbeths are to be used with the grills in place so why do you care about the screws? Proac has the least dealers ... 
Receivers compatible with Infinity CS-3008 speakers
This Outlaw RR2160 would be a nice fit!  https://outlawaudio.com/shop/stereo-receivers/56-rr2160mkii-stereo-receiver.htmlHere is a review!https://www.stereophile.com/content/outlaw-audio-rr2160-stereo-receiver 
Paying with a cashiers check? Need advice!
If you are set on McIntosh take a look at the listings from Audio Classics. You might find something that might fill your needs. A reputable dealer without the hassle of payment method!https://www.audioclassics.com/cat?cat=Preamplifiers&p=1 
Phono pre amp
My friend is using this Sutherland KC VIBE with his .5 mv Hana mc cartridge . I doubt you would go wrong with it!https://sutherlandengineering.com/products/kc-vibe/ 
Better Integrated Amp?
This Yamaha A-S501 is worth looking into. It has all the features that you will ever need!https://usa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/hifi_components/a-s501/index.html 
Spendor S8 E or Canton Ergo RC-L for tubes?
You should post your question in the speaker topic! 
Does pin hole in woofer affect sound quality?
Here ya go!https://www.amazon.com/Krazy-Glue-Original-Purpose-Instant/dp/B01NCP64T0/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&hva... 
Floor-standing vs Book-shelf from upper line up?
@hildeThanks for the info. I just might give him a call and see if I can give his speakers a try! 
Floor-standing vs Book-shelf from upper line up?
@hilde45Fritz allowed you to tryout his speakers for 8 months and another pair for 5 months and then let you return them at no cost? He must be some swell guy! 
How old is your cartridge?
Here ya go! You do the math!https://www.gcaudio.com/tips-tricks/how-long-will-my-stylus-last/ 
What is the name of the tool?
It’s called a VU power meter. Realistic APM-100 or Realistic APM-200. They were popular many moons ago. You might find one on Ebay if you do a search. This video shows how it works. Happy hunting! Analog VU Power Meter Realistic APM 200 Review - B... 
Amp recommendations
@millercarbonThe OP has a preamp. Why are you recommending an integrated amp?? 
I bought some Owens Corning 703. Now what?
@ 4krowme You forgot to mention the importance of wearing safety goggles with your very informative instructions. The eyes are one of the first points of entry for that crap to enter!  
I was literally minutes from purchasing the Special 40's...
What speaker did you buy? 
THIS GUY TAKES VINYL TO ANOTHER LEVEL!
Yogiboy- Thanks for posting . I for one have found it very entertaining!