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question for Luxman L-590AX owners
@twoleftears  The power transformer in the Luxman is a EI type and not a toroidal transformer. https://6moons.com/audioreviews/luxman4/6.jpg 
question for Luxman L-590AX owners
The Luxman power transformer core is constructed by stacking layers of thin laminated steel sheets. The transformer is magnetically excited by an alternating voltage and current so that it becomes extended and contracted twice during a full cycle ... 
Rogue Cronus Magnum Dies Help
I checked the power supply fuse and it is fine I checked another large fuse inside. it is fine as are the 4 small ones. Push the power button It does nothing Check the power switch contacts. 
Professional Identification help needed!
perhaps a Hafler p-225. Mos-fet count is the same. Look like Motorola MJ802. https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/~EEAAOSwO29f~PQR/s-l1600.jpg 
15 foot RCA cables out of TT with no pre amp?
Cables are midrange, nothing special but not total crap. Just wanted to get some opinions or suggestions on this. How bad the loss is gonna be if there is any. @lewm seems like OP already installed it and ask for opinions. 
Perfect Path "Solutions" (PPS) eMat
I think people with less elaborate systems are constantly looking for inexpensive ways to improve their systems and fall pray to marketing hype.It is the old science vs religion conundrum. So, keep up the good fight. It is a lot of fun watchin... 
15 foot RCA cables out of TT with no pre amp?
If you didn't encounter noise/hum problem with 15 ft cable, increase the high by using the tone control on the Onkyo stereo to compensate the high frequency loss. 
OPPO-BDP103 vs. CD Transport
Try the analog output of DBP-103 to AVR-2311CI, you might like the built-in DAC of 103 over the 2311. 
PL-41 replacement head shell and cartridge
Please bear in mind the headshell of Pioneer PL-41 weight about 15g, you might need to add weight to balance the tonearm if replace with a lighter headshell.  
Need Help wiring six speaker to a head unit
I am not sure what the settings on the back of the speakers need to be set to or if I need some distribution piece to make this happen. You need a transformer to convert the output of any standard 4 or 8 ohm amplifier for use with 70.7 volt speak... 
Screw for Yamaha S-1000 disc tray
You need a M2.5 x 4mm countersunk screw. https://www.amazon.com/Phillips-Countersunk-Electronic-Accessories-Samsung/dp/B07HC3LQYS?th=1  
Denon Flat sounding & Lifeless compared to Yamaha
Is there price difference on Denon X2300W and Yamaha RX-A1080? 
Hiss from speakers that increases as loudness control is decreased
Have you try change those Kimber PBJ to some shielded cable? 
Reliability of Dutch & Dutch 8C speakers
Can anyone give some insight on this? http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews2/dutchdutch/1.html http://6moons.com/audioreviews2/dutchdutch/9.jpg 
Turn Table Cable Length
Or you can get a phono stage with USB output like the Pro-Ject AD Box S2 close to the turntable and use a 20' USB cable connect to USB input of your DAC or amplifier digital input if available.