ericsch

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Analog Tube Audio: where is my SME 3009?
True Dover, but he could at least answer and email. 
The problem with the speaker industry
Paragraphs. 
How to go about collecting Classical Music
Yes, FM radio is another good source. I have an Accuphase funer in my office system and a very good classical station about 30 miles away. When I hear something I like, I go to their online playlist and get the details of the recording and can usu... 
How to go about collecting Classical Music
"Jdane, trouble is I don't know or haven't been exposed to enough classical music to know what I like or don't"Skyscraper, streaming will open up a easy way for you to find new (to you) classical music. You can buy a used Node 2i and subscribe to ... 
How to go about collecting Classical Music
If you are not streaming already, I would recommend an inexpensive streamer like the Node2i. That's what I did and it enabled me to listen to all genres of classical music and then add to my lp or CD collection when I wanted the physical media. 
The Weekend
It sucked. Wasn't Keith Richards available? 
Yamaha vs Rotel
For a streamer with DAC, Node 2i new or used.  Use the built-in DAC for a while, than save up for an external R2R DAC.  
Yamaha vs Rotel
Budget for DAC? 
Best temperature for optimum tube performance
I use one of their component fans with front exhaust on my Parasound 5 channel SS amp. They have other fans for cabinets.https://www.acinfinity.com/quiet-cabinet-fans/ 
Help! Receiver or preamp? Im overwhelmed...
With your budget, I would recommend a used Marantz AV processor. I've had one for about 6 years, never had a problem. A used Anthem, a better piece, is over your budget. 
Has anybody bought or heard a Chinese knock off amplifier?
@skypunk Ruled by the Chinese Communist Party. 
JC3+ phono preamp
Parasound customer service is great. I have a Halo 5 channel amp that is wonderful. 
JC3+ phono preamp
I had a JC3+, it hummed. Got a Pass XP-15, problem solved. They come up used occasionally.   
Living in Japan. Any opinions on amplifiers?
Yes, what Erik said. Many Japanese sellers on Ebay, Accuphase and Luxman. 
Finally found THE SPEAKER!!!
@drewde All your suggestions above are basic to the setup of a home theater system. Most of us on this board know how to do this. In my 5.1 system (separate from my 2 channel system) it is virtually impossible to hear soft dialog without getting b...