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6 new Totem Hawks vs Used Wilson set-up ?
I like JL35s comments, I'll add you could consider WP7's for a little less and spend that on a killer intregrated amp and be ahead. For the Wilson's to sound their best, a trained dealer installation is likely a must-even if buying used... 
Transparent Music Wave Super sort of Review
Hi, I am not surprised. I'm a big Transparent fan too. Thanks for posting your experiences ! 
DCS DAC Voltage Conversion 100v to 230v
it can...however it may have to go back to the factory... 
Any Allnic H1201 owners out there?
I've heard the EAR and the Allnic, they are both pretty special...both of these companies know how to wind transformers right... 
dCS transports - Scarlatt vs. Pagnnini
Hi, I am afraid so. I recently went from a Scarlatti DAC to a Vivaldi DAC and the difference is startling. I saw your system thread (nice system!!) and I wouldn't skimp on the transport unless you are primarily USB based. I prefer the transport to... 
Aesthetix Rhea vs. BAT VK P-10 Phono Stage
I'd have to agree with jmcgrogan2. Years ago I had vkp10se and compared it to the Rhea in my own system. The aesthetix has more resolution, the bat more meat of the bones...I kept the bat...it's more they are different than one is better than the ... 
Transparent digital vs. Anaconda digital
I have the Transparent Ref XL, clock bnc to bnc and AES cables (trans to dac).Both offer much improved performance off my prior digital cables...to the point felt like I got a new DAC.... 
Steve Dobbins platter for Garrard 301
Steve's website is here http://www.xactaudio.com and contact info...Class guy...loved the tonearm and service I got from Steve... 
Cartridge suggestions.
You have a great system...I'd try a few phono preamps...what you're missing maybe in the phono stage based on your descriptors...any my experience with the VKP10SE vs the Nagra.On your list, I'd put"Nagra VPS/VFS (VFS add on a must)ARC Ref 2Boulde... 
Cartridge suggestions.
What's the rest of your system? Just curious... 
New Schroeder linear tonearm, any thoughts?
All I can say is I love my LT arm...will be one of those things I'll never sell. 1) it sounds fantastic, and 2) it's just so unique and ingenious 
Cartridge suggestions.
Hi, I used to own your BAT VKP10SE with a SME 20/2 SME IV.Vi arm. I was using a Lyra Skala at the time. I auditioned a Nagra VPS/VFS and bought it. The transparency from the midrange through the top end was better and the bass had more definition ... 
music matters blue notes 33 1/3
My first two were just fine...I do have 2 more...will check them out... 
BAT preamp: Rex to Rex-2 upgrade
oh man I am excited for you !!! 
Phono Pre multiple mc inputs+volume control
Hi, I never like the idea of switches between the cartridge and the phono stage...less connections is usually the best approach.As far as your other question...some good phono stages with volume controls like the Aesthetix Io Eclipse and some good...