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Advice on best mid priced MM cartridge choice for Rega P3 (2016)
Thank you all for your input, I really appreciate it!My reasons for potentially choosing one of these four cartridges are price and accessibility. My system is modest, so regarding price I’d prefer to stay under $500. $350-$450 would be the sweet ... 
Anyone Streaming Tidal or Amazon Music HD on Marantz ND8006?
Quick follow up here to share that I did purchase a Marantz ND8006 unit and am very pleased. It is in our main system connected to a Marantz PM KI Ruby integrated amp. It serves as three units in one, stand alone DAC, CD player, and streamer. All ... 
What integrated should I upgrade to?
REL subwoofers prefer use of a fairly simple Speakon cable that connects to the speaker terminals on the amp side. You can use bare wire or attach you own termination connectors if you wish. REL's Youtube channel offers excellent videos explaining... 
What integrated should I upgrade to?
Third thumbs up for the Marantz PM KI Ruby integrated. I upgraded from Parasound Halo separated to the Ruby and feel it has better sound resolution and placement. It is beautifully built, with a simple, subtle interface. I considered the Hegel 190... 
Upgrade advice from Parasound P5/A23 combo to an integrated amp solution?
I am interested in the SA KI Ruby player and DAC. Again, the build quality on these products is at another level compared to my previous Marantz experience. I have also considered the ND8006 with its streaming capability. Not sure which I'll go with. 
Anyone Streaming Tidal or Amazon Music HD on Marantz ND8006?
Thank you for your input and for sharing your experience. 
Upgrade advice from Parasound P5/A23 combo to an integrated amp solution?
Greetings-quick follow up 6 months later-I opted for the Marantz PM KI Ruby integrated and am very pleased. Excellent sound, plenty of power, outstanding build quality. Very happy with this choice. I hope you are all healthy and doing OK during th... 
Upgrade advice from Parasound P5/A23 combo to an integrated amp solution?
Thank you all for your help!