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Digital out or analogue out?
Whatever you do, don't use the Toslink out, it's the most inferior digital out. An RCA digital out will give you much better sound. 
Best DAC to match CEC drive model TL 1
This is very much below your budget, but the Timbre TT1 DAC is as musical and rich sounding DAC as I've ever heard. It would be even more sweet and liquid with the belt drive. New retail was $4K but you can get the latest version used for about $1... 
Ever add a Aftermarket Cord to a TV?
For those of us who are not handy, did you guys have to hard wire these cords yourselves? My Panasonic TV doesn't have an IEC plug. 
IC.to replace Pre-Out/Main-In jumper
Tara Labs "The Missing Link" is a great replacement jumper for about $40 new. 
I need help with hum
My Bryston does not have digital ins like a HT processor. The hum definitely seems to be from cable TV, because I initially hooked up just the DVD player to test it with CD's and it worked fine. As soon as I hooked up the TV the hum started. I'll ... 
Help ID nakamichi tape deck
Got to Naks.com and look at pictures! 
Favorite of Dick s Picks
Definitely No.4. By far the best sounding and a classic Fillmore show. Also No.8 from Harpur College has a great acoustic set. 
Wasatch IC s and Speaker cable opinions
I have a pair of RCA 105's that runs between my preamp and amp. It is an excellent cabe with a very natural tonal balance, good transparency, and it goes lower in the bass than any of my previous cables. A great deal if you can find them used out ... 
Start Up Rattle on Rega P3
The rattling on start up is normal,if you start the platter with your thumb as you turn on the power there should be no rattle.It also saves wear and tear on the belt and motor. 
Wherefore Art Thou Vinyl Traders?
Send me a list also! Thanks! 
Interconnect Recommendation?
Thanks for all the recommendations!