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VTL TL2.5---factory installed tubes?
In the new TL 2.5 VTL is using JJ both for 12AU7 and 12AT7.The NOS way it's very interesting but not cheap! Somebody said wonder about the Amperex BugleBoy on Audiogon. It's funny anyway to try different tubes. 
Sonus Faber confusion
no, there are 3 Concertino models, as well as for the Concerto: original, home and the latest one, the domus. 
Best way to aktively drive Linn Ninkas
In response to Markphd, I would like to say that the new cards can be used with the old LK amp but is needed an adaptor that Linn supply for free with the purchase of the new cards if requested.I too prefer the 5125 sound to the LK. 
LP12 / EKOS Tonearm
With the Ekos no manual is provided and for the LP12 you can download the owner manual also from the Linn website (www.linn.co.uk)but is a very basic one. This is because the turntable is supposed to be installed by an authorizhed dealer that know... 
Best way to aktively drive Linn Ninkas
Just upgraded the system of a customer who own Ninkas with Kolektor/LK140 with Majik Kontrol/Majik 4100 aktiv biamp and he's rediscovering his system. The Ninka improves a lot in the aktiv mode but I never tried to tri-amp. The newer amp the bette... 
New Audio Physic Virgo 5 ?
Also the new Audio Physic SSC feet can improve the low frequency performance, as somebody else already discovered on the Scorpio in this forum. IMHO, the Virgo V is the best of the Virgo.