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Sound issues
Yes, in part, it is the Monster surge protector. Those products will 'steal' current from your power amp(s). Take it out of your system and you will hear the difference! 
The Conrad Johnson Premier 350: Revisited
In the current econ state of the world, it would be tough to sell a $25K power amp. CJ has always treated the top tier gear in limited production runs , strictly for this purpose. And to not have that level of performance sitting in their factory ... 
SR PowerCell 10 SE MK2 or Running Springs Jaco?
Leo -are you using SR cables/power cords? If not go for the Running Springs. 
When do you need a power conditioner
Dedicated line (or 2) 1st. Then consider power conditioning especially if you live on the grid. 
What speakers work best with electronic music?
Col -both Dynaudio & Focal/JM labs are excellent speakers for tronica music. 
Attn Vinyl lovers - what CD Player do you use?
Despite the rumored fanfare out there (cd players are on their way out of HiFi), we continue to see better cd players, at all price points, hitting the marketplace. 
SR PowerCell 10 SE MK2 or Running Springs Jaco?
Try a Running Springs Dimitri. 
Klipsch Cornwall III
Go the thrift shop route. You can also find these speakers in antique shops as well. 
Cables for B&W 685
Jeddy -Transparent, is the natural, sonic match for B&W speakers. 
The Conrad Johnson Premier 350: Revisited
Vhiner -Much Thanks! for sharing. I concur. The 350 is special indeed. This is my reference amp, especially, when matched w/ the CJ ACT2 Series2 preamp. And to read about it matching well w/ Thiel speakers (another fave of mine) is the icing on th... 
Power cords?
Keep me posted Jake. 
Phillips no longer producing transports
Knghifi -there are a plethora of spinners out there that uses some form of Phillips CD drive- no chapter 11 in sight! 
Floorstanders or stand-mounted with a sub?
Alderash -start w/ a floorstander. As far as subwoofers go, buy REL. 
Downsizing my system from tubes to an integrated
Consider the brand Octave made in Germany.These integrated amps plays all genre of music very well. 
ARC tube CD players - Burn in
Great points, Brf and Riparian.Any of you other guys tube roll an ARC cd player?