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Nakamichi CA-7A Preamp
The Nelson Pass designed series for Nakamichi has always been very popular and very well thought of...and yes, if you bought from SkiFi ...  
Turning amp up - any limit? Maggies and Sanders Magetch.
how far the dial goes up is irrelevant, that speaks to the amp/preamp match, and also the source...technically, I think, the higher on the dial the less distortion from the volume control....but your system deserves a much better preamp...;  
Did a satisfaction threshold exist under 1000 bucks ?
I have an inexpensive system that I like very much...but I like my main system much more...but could be happy with my under $1000 system if need be...  
Do CD Transports benefit much from upgraded power cords?
many direct sale cable manufacturers and online stores offer free trials...  
Do CD Transports benefit much from upgraded power cords?
I believe they do...I had some cords left from downsizing and they did make a difference...how much i can't say, but i kept the cords rather than sell...on a PS Audio Perfectwave and Cambridge CXC...      
Tidal login problem using Oppo Sonica
curious what was $60 a year ?  
Aesthetix Mimas - which tubes?
for a long time Aesthetix  has recommended Vintage Tube Services for owners wishing to explore tube options for Aesthetix gear...   
Stealth Audio Cables - Customer Service - Seeking Your Thoughts
yes, agree, that's why Stealth's position seems so ridiculous...   
Stealth Audio Cables - Customer Service - Seeking Your Thoughts
It seems a number of companies do not like to split and re-terminate cables...but they simply say that's not a service they provide and suggest you sell your old cable and buy a new/used cable in the desired length...  
Stealth Audio Cables - Customer Service - Seeking Your Thoughts
this also relates to resale, as many would be hesitant to spend big money on cables self terminated...  
Nordost reference jumpers vs second set of cables
A double run will sound better...though cost much more...but you should at least get matching jumpers,  and it will sound much better than with the stock ones...  
NEW Cerious Technologies Upgrade - Graphene Matrix Cables
when I purchased my Matrix directly from Cerious, i was also able to purchase a set of matrix jumpers...not sure if these are still available...  
Power cable
I use Cerious Technologies with Pass, including X250.8...3 models depending on what you want to spend...all worth the increase in price...  
Why Do Cables Matter?
most of us are too old to clearly see our cables from the listening chair...a friend connected my cables, so I never actually touched them...  
New! Cerious Technologies Lumniscate cables
they are awesome out of the box, and even better after a week of physical settling and playing music...