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To ring or not to ring?
Just shop around eBay. You'll eventually find one for sale. I think I paid less than $400 for mine. You just have to be patient. 
VPI Classic 3 IDLE drive
The small pulley is for the 600 RPM motor. The larger pulley is for the 300 RPM motor. At least that's how it worked out on the Scout/Scoutmaster/Aries motor assemblies. You can clearly see the black nitrile belt in the video you linked. An idler ... 
Rythmik F 12 vs. SVS SB12-NSD vs. ?
Can't really answer your question directly, but when I asked Rythmik about a purely audio only sub they recommended the F12G over the aluminum coned F12. 
Squeezebox Dead?
DIY music server using HD-Plex H5.S case, JRiver MC, and JRemote for control. A little clunkier than the Squeezebox iterations, but it works fine for my needs. I do enjoy being able to view album art/info on my LCD TV rather than the tiny screen o... 
Nordost "sweet spot"
I owned the older Blue Heavens in the past and felt they were very good. I've always heard that the Red Dawns were the "sweet spot" in the line as far as bang for buck goes. However, with their recent changes in their lineup, I really couldn't say. 
Solid State Phono Pre-amp Recommendations
The Manley Chinook got my money. 
DIY Music Server.
No problem. The case is real nice as I mentioned in my review. Another plus side I forgot to mention is that Larry, the owner of HD-Plex, will give a $30 for internet forum reviews posted. He sent me a $60 rebate for reviewing both the H3.S and H5... 
DIY Music Server.
My DIY Music Server build(s):http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=111201.0 
New level of ridiculousness
$9K!! For $4K, I'll make ya one out of Corian and call it the PowerMaster Corian. Who wants a PowerSlave when you can have the PowerMaster?! 
How long untill I can really Flog them Hard
If it's too loud, you're too old!!!! CRANK IT!!! 
Low Cost Accoustic Diffusor and Treatments
I presume these are what you're talking about:http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p5197.m570.l1313&_nkw=wooden+type+drawer&_sacat=0&_from=R40Any particular one, because there are differences between them all? 
von schweikert feedback on new vr-6 or vr-7
I was unaware there was even a VR-6, 8, and/or 7 available. I recall Albert was working on a replacement to the VR-7, called the VR-77. Nothing on their website. Your post is the first time I heard of these new models. Where did you hear about them? 
What's your SDS setting?
In my system, using the KAB Speed Strobe, my 33.3 RPM speed is dead on at 72V and 59.94Hz. The 45 RPM speed is dead on at 90V and 80.95Hz. This is on a VPI Aries 3 with Super Platter. My whole system is powered through a BPT BP-3.5 Signature. 
Marten Design Coltrane vs Wilson Audio Watt/Puppy
Von Schweikert dB99. There was a pair listed here for $6400. Not mine because I can't see parting with them. Good luck. 
Should I upgrade to a Manley Chinook phono pre-amp
I demoed a Chinook and end up purchasing it as well. I replaced a Ray Samuels Nighthawk with the Chinook. It's hard to imagine, but the Chinook is actually quieter than the Nighthawk. The Nighthawk picked up some hum due to it's location and there...