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Atlantis Reference racks - opinions?
I used to have one. The ref 4. Trounced the salmander I had before. Fill up the columns with sand. Not bad for the money. Cones, rollerblocks, etc help on the shelves. Of course that's true on my 2k Arcici now... 
Transparent reference and reference XL20 powercord
I have the trans ref xl. 15 amp version. It's great on my bat vk75se amp. Also use Shunyata python, fim gold, kimber palladian 10. They all sound differnt. the Transparent seems to be best for me on my amp or preamp. Kimber works best on my phono ... 
Rega P-25 Tweeks .........What works for you ???
ditto counter wieght and wire. Ringmat helps, as well as better isolation for the table. I liked puting mine on DH cones and Squares. Maybe try roller blocks too... 
How well does the VPI 16.5 work??
I just got one about 3 months ago. It's pretty easy. I also use disc dr brushes and Record research super cleaner and Record research wash. Takes about 90 seconds a side. HUGE improvement in sound quality, not just noise reduction. Disc Dr fluid a... 
BAT VK-75SE has fat bass & very soft treble
I own this amp. I have to agree with Tom, assuming nothing wrong with the amp, try the different taps. Also, are all 4 led's on in front of the large output tubes? What's the rest of your system? Might be something upstream. What interconnects? xr... 
Any recomendation fro balanced phono stage?
I've had owned all the BAT's p5, p10 and now p10se. Also tried the Aesthetix Rhea. I have a friend with a Io. Can't go wrong with any of these. Io at the top, P10se and Rhea do some different things well... 
HELP please. phono preamp
try www.musicalsurroundings.com Also, yes the can have the voltage changed to your needs.Good luck 
Bel Canto eVo vs. BAT VK-60/75/, VK-200/500/1000
I had a vk 200, then a vk60 now a vk75se. the 200 is a great amp for the $$'s does everything well. The vk60 take the midrange to a whole new level in depth, transparency, etc. Soundstage is much better depth, width, placement Cost is slight bit m... 
Cartridge suggestions for around 2K
http://www.high-endaudio.com/RC-Cartridgesthe link doesn't work for me....I can get to the home page, where from there? Thanks 
Poll: Which rack s would you use and why?
Hmmm, I'm using a arcici with my SME 20/2 on the 2nd floor of my house. Sounds like I need to move it. I'm wondering how much of a sonic improvement by moving the TT to a separate rigid rack versus the Arcici top shelf. Is this really that big of ... 
Thinking about a VK-50SE Pre-amp? Any opinions
I have a 50se and love it. The 51se is supposed to be a big step up for only $1400 upgrage. Buy a 50SE used and get the upgrade now or down the road.I agree with the comments above by Sam. What's the rest of your setup? 
Phono Box Advice Needed
I'd argue with the difficult to sell din-rca comment. I've sold several in the last 6 months. All went fast, and for asking price. I think a lot of analog nuts are hungry to try cables like you are. (and me)FYI in my set up, I've used VdH, Graham,... 
Tube Preamp w/ Phono to replace Rowland Synergy II
The VK30/31 SE can have internal phono stage, 50/51SE can not. At your level, you may have to go with separate phono pre to significantly better the Rowland+phono 1.Looking at your source components, maybe you should start there? What TT are you l... 
Looking For High Quality Equipment Rack
I have the arcici. It's not tops in looks. Looks are functional. The air suspension really helps. I have a lot of heavy stuff, and it works fine. good luck. I wish I could hear these side by side...they all sound different. 
Rega P 25 and Express Machining Counterweight
I used to have a p25 with rb 600. It's a big upgrade. No downside. Plus it's easy. Let me know if you have any more specific questions....