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Where do I go from here?
 this ’all in one’ came up in another discussion, https://eng.hifirose.com/RS520 https://www.audioadvice.com/hifi-rose-rs520-all-in-one-hi-res-audio-network-streamer     the discussion https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/i-m-look... 
I’m looking for an sleek integrated amp under $15k
this one has optional cards for digital mm/mc phono tuner https://positive-feedback.com/reviews/hardware-reviews/avm-evolution-a5-2-integrated-amplifier/      
I’m looking for an sleek integrated amp under $15k
this one has MM Phono https://tmraudio.com/components/integrated-amplifiers/cambridge-audio-evo-150-all-in-one-player/   ............................................... built in MM and MC. https://www.audioadvice.com/anthem-str-integrat... 
I’m looking for an sleek integrated amp under $15k
Quickie search "all in one integrated amplifier" found this HiFi Rose RS520. Very cool display https://www.audioadvice.com/hifi-rose-rs520-all-in-one-hi-res-audio-network-streamer can add CD player module, no phono Many here like Class D ... 
When to choice XLR over RCA ICs.
atmasphere Originally I ended with: "btw, other equipment, no volume difference, so it’s the Sony xa5400’s output that is slightly stronger, not the cable."  
Blowing Fuses. Dennis Had Inspire 300B SET
My friend went thru this, he tried several fuses, tube changes, a repair person, finally back to Maker, came back fixed.  
Basic question about sensitivity
  immatthewj OP Those ARC's 110 wpc had to big, big, big (price, size, heat). How'd they sound?    
Basic question about sensitivity
Try Tube Amp(s) now or some day? That is why I recommend starting/auditioning higher sensitivity speakers, hopefully finding one you really want. Also, avoid speakers whose impedance drops a lot from it's 'nominal' impedance rating, that will ef... 
Phono preamp, all suggestions welcome
IMO, Phono Stage is the most subjective component, think ’preferred’, not better. I recommend buying from a source that allows returns. You may try 2-3 before you find one you truly want to keep! And, keep future flexibility in mind.  
When to choice XLR over RCA ICs.
  atmasphere The balanced signal volume is a barely, but recognizable increase in volume, no way is is that much.  
Anyone Here Ever Purchased A Tube Tester?
I just think you leave yourself ’blind’ without a simple inexpensive tester. For most of us, we don’t know detailed measurements. When something is amiss, quickly check tube: short? strength? strength matched to other ’matching’ tubes? Buy new o... 
Power strip recommendations
I researched, chose this Furman https://furmanpower.com/product/15a-prestige-power-conditioner-w-power-factor-technology/ ,     Furman’s exclusive Power Factor provides a 45A peak current reservoir  usually on sale somewhere https://... 
When to choice XLR over RCA ICs.
My attempts with XLR: if you don’t have an interference problem, don’t waste your time or money. I ran 25 ft RCA’s and 25 ft XLR, zero difference, because I didn’t have any interference to start with, and the RCA’s didn’t get noisy either. A stag... 
Table,cartridge,phono...where to put most of my money?
where do u live? near me, 07062? I'll be there tomorrow! I would not spend any more money yet.  What Pioneer model? Removable Headshell? What cartridge?  
Anyone Here Ever Purchased A Tube Tester?
I frequently blab about everyone who has tube equipment getting an inexpensive tube tester. I bought this Accurate Model 257 for a friend. https://www.ebay.com/itm/315000801551   It's results matched the results of my smaller model 157. M...