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A Soundsmith Re-tip Believer
I had Soundsmith rebuild my old Sumiko Talisman Alchemist IIIs. (was manufactured in late 80's/early 90's) The original had a sapphire cantilever. Replaced with a ruby cantilever. Sounds brand new, if not better.  Well worth it! 
Your first system and your journey...
My first system was back in the late 70's:Pioneer SX-780 ReceiverSony PS X40 TurntableAudio Technica cartridge (can't remember the model)Visonik Speakers (They were bookshelf size but not their real small ones)Been tempted a few times to buy a res... 
Direct 2 Disc
M&K Realtime Records "For Duke" is my reference and has been since its release in the late 70's. Fantastic recording. 
Isn't a wondeful time to be an audiophile?
Yes there is concern for the future of this hobby, but why worry about something you don't have control over. Truth is its a great time to be an audiophile.There is so much great sounding equipment, Even a lot entry level equipment sounds better t... 
KEF LS50 or Wharfedale Reva 2 -- which would you buy?
If you can, consider purchasing both from Music Direct and return the one you like the least. They have a 60 day return policy. 
Integrated w/phono but no DAC
I also own Wharfedale Diamond 10.7's as well and listened to a number of  integrated amps through them including Parasound Halo, Rogue Cronus Magnum and Rogue Sphinx. To my ears the Rogue Sphinx sounded the best. With the Cronus imaging had more d...