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Audio Converter Software
OP, what are the specific sound quality issues you are having with foobar and dbpoweramp? 
Who are some of elite sub woofers?
REL for audio. JL is better for home theatre. SVS is not "elite" (the OP's words), it's for the masses.  
Linear Power Supplies with multiple power modules
I have a 4 year old HD Plex unit. Powers my server. No problems, however do a little research and you’ll find there have been plenty of problems with this unit with other users. Not sure of the current configuration but it does seem more robust. L... 
Connecting a sub which way to go
Wow chill out. What makes Paul McGowan such a god I wonder.Some sub mfrs like REL recommend high level, I would trust them as one of the best sbwfr makers.OP, whatever sounds right to you is best. 
Connecting a sub which way to go
High level is the way to go, sub then takes on characteristics of the amp as well. As has already been stated. But I'm sure there are good sounding systems with both methods. 
A comparison between two DACs, one R-2R, the other ES 9038-based.
Resolution and transparency capability. The PSA is a 20 year old design, in those days PSA was considered pretty good mid-fi. The amps, while nice, are nothing special. No offense intended.These are just my opinions and I have no stake or real int... 
A comparison between two DACs, one R-2R, the other ES 9038-based.
I’m one who could be inclined to question the capability of the supporting equipment. I’ve heard plenty of differences between DACs and other components.I’m sure you can identify the poster that sticks to a dogmatic opinion about the impossibility... 
Where to hear ATC speakers
Goodwins outside of BostonI have the 19v2s. Best small speaker I've heard. 
Favorite band or artist of all time?
Root Boy Slim and The Sex Change BandEyeless in Gaza 
blu-ray audio
Not sure why "lossless" is being tossed around. No where in the process or equipment mentioned is there any conversion to lossy files. And, PCM is lossless. 
Best song for immediate impact when presenting or testing?
+1 Factory Girl 
insurance and shipping with UPS
I avoid the UPS problem by using FedEx. I learned the hard way and will never look back. 
How to find the good CD recordings?
The Dynamic Range Database site is a good reference for researching dynamic range. For older recording with multiple releases/masterings over the years it is interesting to watch the DR sucked right out of the recordings on the newer issues.Betwee... 
EAC question
What I said is true whether you like it or not. Another poster gave your answer above. Every other question you've raised is answered online. If it’s too much of a challenge there are simpler, dumbed-down apps you could try. 
Volume/Level Boosting of .mp3 files
If it’s a level issue, you can use Audacity (or other apps) to uniformly increase the level, just be careful not to exceed 0db, or even keep it at -1db. To preserve the original relative levels between songs on a single CD do all files at once or ...