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Integrated Amp for small space for VA speakers
What Yamaha power amp was your dad using?Is there a reason you don't want to use the Yamaha amp at a low-level volume so as not to disturb your neighbors? 
Speaker Cable Experiment Opinion
For what it's worth the twist rate that worked best for me with Duelund tinned copper in cotton oil-impregnated was every three inches.Carry on, I think it's great to experiment... :-) 
Corelli - really????
Son of a gun, I'm late to the party again! I don't know how I missed this thread in 2018? I must admit it's interesting reading. 
Your thoughts about an upgrade
John_g, I think you would be pleasantly surprised by adding one or two subwoofers. REL's are currently on sale in many places including https://rel.net/product-category/serie-ti/?utm_campaign=October%20Sale%203rd%20Reminder%20Consumers%...If you c... 
Is it safe to buy from Audiogon sellers?
My suggestion is to read the sellers feedback very carefully. I've read threads here on Audiogon discussing problems with private sales as well as from retail stores. 
C-Marc power cable
I have one C-Marc power cord in my main system.I agree with mooglie's description of the C-Marc above.I believe the C-Marc would work very well on any component within one's system. I'm not saying that the C-Marc is the best power cord one can pur... 
Speakers for Luxman NeoClassico II System
I've tried a variety of speaker cables with my Forte III's and honestly they all sound good. I've used the following speaker cables:Verastarr Grand Illusion Bi-wiredCerious Technologies GrapheneCerious Technologies MatrixHiDiamond 8Cardas Clear Cy... 
Considering simplifying my system... talk me down (or whatever)
Pinkyboy, great looking DIY job, very professional looking ;-) 
Dreaming of a DIY 8W Class A amp designed by Nelson Pass?
I'm in agreement, for someone that has not built electronic equipment before (myself included), the Kit looks like a lot of fun.I tend to get confused when people with experience begin talking about upgrades that will increase the level of the bui... 
Herbie’s Super Black Hole CD Mat - Wow!
The Black Hole goes on the label side.I have not tried it, I just researched it.https://herbiesaudiolab.com/products/super-black-hole-cd-mat 
Considering simplifying my system... talk me down (or whatever)
I looked into my crystal ball...the message I continued to receive was it's not time for you to simplify your glorious system.Enjoy the music... 
Furutech AC Receptacles
Great idea! 
Furutech AC Receptacles
@chipdelacalzada, IMO the largest and best change you will hear is going to be with the Furutech GTX-D Gold receptacle.The receptacle, mounts, and plates will be a very minor improvement.If you go back to page one I was the second person to respon... 
McIntosh 4100 vs Accuphase E250 (vs Luxman 550AX)
Just a thought, you could pick up a used Luxman 550 AX for a lot less and they do come up on the used market on occasion. Sorry, I have not heard the other integrated units you asked about. 
Speakers for Luxman NeoClassico II System
The Klipsch Forte III is another speaker to consider or possibly one of the ZU Audio speakers depending on how much you want to spend.