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Turntables
EAT B-Sharp is nice. Comes with a factory installed Ortofon 2M Blue. 
CD player recommendations for...
I think some of the older Sony models like sony 307esd or cdp970, ones with Philips TDA1541 chip, sound a lot better than more current models in the $500 range. They cost less and are built really well. 
Sarasate Suggestion
Thanks for all the suggestions.  Much appreciated. 
Bach Double Violin Concerto
Thanks for all the suggestions...just picked up the  Grumiaux and Krebbers one....  and will see if I can find one of the Historically-Informed  versions for comparison. 
Bach Double Violin Concerto
@schubert Thanks. I knew I could count on you. Your Kyung Wha Chung suggestion in my previous thread turned out to be awesome..will look into the suggestions you provided above. 
Tonian Trio, Hang Around
Just want to echo all the sentiments expressed here regarding the Tonian Labs cds.  The first one "Drums and Bells" and the newer one "Hang Around" are real sonic treats.  I really like the addition of string and reed instruments on the latest one... 
Cartridge for ATP-12T
@roberjerman Thanks for the Hana recommendation..both the EL and SL look interesting@donvito..  Thanks for reference information. 
Cartridge for ATP-12T
Mass is about 21g 
Suggestions for Solo Violin Recordings
Thanks all for great suggestions.Schubert - thanks for clarification 
Suggestions for Solo Violin Recordings
@schubert would you recommend the vinyl or CD version? Thx 
Suggestions for Solo Violin Recordings
Thanks for all the great suggestions 
Don Sachs 2 vs. deHavilland Ultraverve 3
Swing,Nice system...The Gemme Tantos are really nice..We have exactly the same taste in music..in the same order of preference.. As far as knowing where you are on the volume ladder, the Ultraverve doesn't really tell you.  For instance, when you ... 
Low Watt Solid State Amp
@charles1dad, I checked with Van Alstine, and Frank said about the first 10 watts are Class A.  Could be a nice match with my speakers which use Philips 9710 drivers, 95db, 8 ohm; generally listening at lower to moderate volume. 
Low Watt Solid State Amp
Thanks again for all the good information 
Don Sachs 2 vs. deHavilland Ultraverve 3
My point-to-point wiring comments were based on my understanding that the Sachs was based on the SP14 board from Roy Mottram at Tubes4hifi; whereas the Ultraverve is point-to-point hand wired (no board).  Also, the tube compliment that comes with ...