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"must have" accessories for TT and LP?
All of the above + Dennesen Geometric Soundtracktor and an Oracle Calibrator. 
What's up with the new PS Audio Amp?
Just another SS amp.That's all and nothing more...... 
The Ferrari 288 GTO of ARC Tube Amps
I don't think the ARC SP-11 Mk II pre-amp is dated. A pre-amp that sounds right and natuaral, just like the real thing. How can such a "correct pre-amp get dated"?In my opinion, the golden age(from 1985-1993) of pre-amp is already gone. Most of th... 
VPI 10.5 vs Graham 2.2
Graham 2.2 or even the older version are much better arm than the VPI.Other excellent top-class tonearm will be the SME V tonearm. 
Why vinyl?
I believe now is the best time to jump back to vinyl.Why!?!?!?! Why vinyl? And why now???When LP were popular, the playbck technology(cartridge, tonearm, turntable or even phono preamp design) were still at the "Stone Age" !!!!Now we have the best... 
Where can I get Vaic mesh plate 45 tubes?
You should go for some old 45 tubes, the older the better... Don't waste your money on any NNS(New New Stock) tubes. Not even the NNS WE 300B can reach the superior sonic standard of the old WE 300B.I never heard any type of NNS tube which sounds ... 
The best way to design an audio system.
The first thing I would do is to go to as many live jazz concerts, classical music concerts etc. as possible. If you armed with a good pair of ears, then everything will be much easier since you got a reference or references.Also try to listen as ... 
Tube amp in a hot weather: Does it require a fan?
I think you need an electric fan or even an air conditioner for yourself more than the tube amp. does. 
Best used 2 channel preamp for 2500.00.
The one and only ARC SP-11 MK II preamp.................. 
When is the golden age of high-end audio?
I don't know which era is the Golden Age but I'm sure that we are at the "Darkest Age of Audio" right now ............... 
RB300 maintainance...
Now we knew the problem didn't caused by the cartridges.I don't think the problem is relating to the anti-skate, cable or anything.I'm sure the problem is caused by the misalignment of the cartridge or even the arm was mounted incorrectly(I mean t... 
RB300 maintainance...
I think you need a set of Denessen Cartridge Protractor to porperly set-up your tonearm/cartridge.Do you have the same problem with the Benz cartridge? 
Hardcore Tube preamp/amp user turn SS fan.........
I just wanted to be fair to give equal chances to both camps to tell their true stories.......... 
Best Jazz Vocalists - Standard Songs
Try to get yourself a copy of the Carmen McRae - "The Great American Songbook" - Atlantic Record and I guarantee you you will fall in love immediately. It was a live recording with Carmen interacting with the audiences. Excellent songs selection, ... 
s-5 tube kit from Antique Radio Supply?
That's the magic of tube..........................I bet you will feel more wonderful when you try the SET amp mating with the correct speakers. Welcome to the Tube World............