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SACD player for CD
The Sony SCD-1 can be had for $3k brand new, factory sealed A stock, with full warranty. I think that makes most other units obsolete. 
Recommendation for Speakers & Interconnects cables
Nordost Solar Wind. 
Warm and Wet cables?
Purist Audio Design actually makes cables that have a layer of water pumped into the outer jacket. That covers the "wet" portion of your quest. Put the cables in the microwave on high for 5 - 10 seconds, and then plug 'em in. That's the "warm" req... 
CD Players with Analogue Sound
They all sound like analog, because (at the output) they all ARE analog. 
can i change my hard wired power cord on my amp?
What specifically is it about the sound of your current system that you are unsatisfied with and wish to change?The mod you enquire about may or may not be the way to go, depending on what your objective is. 
Need help going from separates to receiver
It's a HUGE step down from Electrocompaniet, but the newest version of the Linn Classik theatre system would probably serve you well.http://www.classik.com//top_frame/1096TradeBrochure19-20_2.pdf 
Perfect Solution for Hi Res Mayhem
Umm, there is a LOT more music available of vinyl than SACD, and you could put together a respectable analog rig for less than $1700. Now THAT is hi-rez. 
How do you store a whole lotta LP's?
www.rackittm.com 
Looking for a 78 rpm cartridge...
I just got word back from Musical Surroundings. After checking with Benz, they say that I can have ANY of the Benz models made custom for 78 RPM mono! Even greater yet is they will not charge any extra fee over the standard retails costs! I posted... 
Tweaks; do they work?
This snake-oil stuff is VERY effective...at emptying your wallet. "A fool and his money are quickly parted." Damn, I'd pay someone $1000 to explain that one to me... 
CD vs LP - Who cares when it's a crappy recording?
You are correct. Format is less important than implementation. There are awful recordings in all formats. There are also fantastic recordings in all formats.Some formats have the potential to sound better than others due to available bandwidth, et... 
Design Plans or Kits for LP storage Rack
www.rackittm.com 
Classical music for Rockers
Kronos Quartet did an arrangement of Hendrix's "Purple Haze." 
What about South America and Antarctica?
Okay, let's all hold hands and sing "Cum-Ba-Ya, my Lord..."Peace is great and all that, but I'd venture to guess that most of us use LOTS of hydrocarbon-based products (e.g. oil, gasoline, some plastics, etc.). With that in mind, the time has come... 
TT wall mount height
It doesn't matter, as long as it's convenient for you to use. One consideration that does matter, though, is what type of wall you are mounting to. Generally speaking, you want to use a masonry wall, which would typically be found along the outsid...