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Vacuum tube ! And Warnings
Perhaps a dumb question but can the amp run 6550s? 
2 way, which are the best designs?
Audio Note only makes 2-way speakers and they sound wonderful, running a pair of AN-J's myself. 
I'm interested in hearing what "the best" systems sound like, where to go?
Based on the fact he said the closest cites are Cincinnati and Indianapolis I am guessing the mid-west likely Ohio or Indiana. Hence my Axpona rec. 
How to set up a system?
The beginning of your flow chart just says cd/phono what components are these? You have an excellent Dac you can run a cd transport into it if you have a digital cable. There is no mention of a preamp you will need one to control volume unless the... 
I'm interested in hearing what "the best" systems sound like, where to go?
Assuming its not cancelled you should hit the Axpona show in Chicago next month 4/17-19. 
Jeff Rowland Daemon – Reviewing The JRDG Superintegrated Flagship Amplifier
Guido very well written review thank you! And excellent use of paragraphs an oft forgotten art here. I am a tube guy all the way but will be reading your continuing installments. 
Linear Tracker ...I was wondering
Uber thanks for the heads up Linear Trackers scare the hell out of me anyway! :)  
Separates or Integrated? What makes more sense?
@willgolf what did you move onto after the Raven? 
new preamp
The new tubed Luxman CL-1000 sounded fantastic at Cap Audiofest last year and my god is it gorgeous!https://positive-feedback.com/industry-news/luxman-cl-1000-vacuum-tube-control-amplifier-establishes... 
What is it.........
Cranking tunes in the car is just fun in a way home listening isn't neither is better or worse just different. I always sing in the car I rarely sing along at home. Plus fewer distractions in the car, except for when there are more. 
I wouod like a power cord recomendation that's in the budget category
VH Audio Chris Venhaus will build a cable for you and your spec the parts wire connectors etc. He built me a couple cords a little above your price range that I love. And he's a pleasure to deal with.https://www.vhaudio.com/ 
Streaming For Beginners
I really wish we could have stickies here this question gets asked constantly these days. Admin would it be possible to put a Streaming FAQs sticky or something like it together? 
Linear Tracker ...I was wondering
Uber that SOTA ad was what made me think of buying a used table. I also kind if want that table so thanks for the reminder I couldn't remember where I saw that ad. :) 
Separates or Integrated? What makes more sense?
I would also vote for separates for many of the reasons mentioned above. And yes you will need an extra set of interconnects but isn't that half the fun?! As a recently recovered cable addict I assure you it is fun! Also if you start out SS and wa... 
Linear Tracker ...I was wondering
Your best bet might be to find a used table with a linear tracking arm and salvage the arm off it.