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What do you have on order RIGHT NOW.
Schiit Bifrost 2 and Vali 2, both are backordered.Morrow Audio speaker cables and one set of interconnects. Should be here Monday. 
The SHOW 2021 is a Go!
Back to T.H.E. Show 2021...Anyone here going? I hope to be there Saturday. I'm new to this site so I was wondering if Audiogon members do anything extra for the show, like a get together or lunch or drinks afterwards? 
Upgrade entry level or start over?
After some research, I was considering the following upgrades:Phono stage: Lounge LCR MKIII, Pro-Ject Tube Box S2, Musical Surroundings Phonomena II+Cartridge/stylus: Ortofon OM30, OM40, 2M Blue, 2M Bronze, Hana EL or SHMy current setup is Schiit ... 
Upgrade entry level or start over?
Thanks for all the responses.I think I will upgrade the cartridge and phone stage for now. I'm not in a hurry, so I'll be keeping an eye out in the classifieds for a bargain. 
Upgrade entry level or start over?
Thanks to everyone for your advice. Looks like I have some research to do!Yes I meant RB-1070. Sorry for the typo.What about upgrading both the cartridge and phono preamp for $1000? Like $300 on a new cartridge and $700 on a new preamp.Does it mak... 
Schiit amps, freya preamp
For you Freya owners,How would you connect a power amp, headphone amp, and subwoofer to this preamp using unbalanced connections? I noticed the Freya doesn't have a dedicated sub out and only two sets of rca outs.Would I have to use a power amp or... 
C7 cord or C13 w/adapter for integrated amp?
Thank you both for the replies.Since my original post I've been in contact with Patrick at Cullen Cables. He can make a custom cable with a c7 plug so I'll probably go that route rather than use adapters. 
Does Age Matter?
47 and I like both, but prefer vinyl for serious listening. That being said, probably listen to digital 80% of the time due to circumstance and the fact that a lot of the music I like isn't even available on vinyl.Also love streaming services for ... 
I was told to put Kitty Litter in my new speaker stands. Was he joking?
Ok I have to ask...which brand of kitty litter? I use Dr. Elsey’s for the cat, but hopefully something cheaper will work for the stands?Different brands will give different effects?Sadly I am only half joking. 
BlueSound Stinks(!), anyone?
Another node 2i ethernet user with zero issues. Haven't tried using it with wifi. 
Upgrade power cable on video game console
Once I get a new power cable for my node I will try it on the ps4 and see what happens. 
What do you take when demoing new gear?
Thanks to everyone for your advice. I live in Los Angeles and my local dealers are seeing customers by appointment only, seeing customers during reduced and limited hours, or not allowing any customers in the store at all. Plus LA county has just ... 
Spend my money
Wow such a variety of responses!I actually have spent quite a bit of time adjusting my speaker placement. Although I don't have complete freedom in where they placed, I'm pretty happy right now with imaging and soundstage.I would love to add a sub... 
Spend my money
millercarbon,Thank you for the detailed advice. Your approach certainly makes sense, assuming I have the time and open retailers nearby.I guess the real aim of my post was to see if any trends emerged in the members' recommendations. For example, ...