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lak

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In praise of moderation
I totally agree... 
Bi-wired cables with Kef LS50 speakers
I agree with yogiboy's suggestions and that might sound the best.You could also use one pair as you stated but wrap electricians tape on the two unused spades or bananas to prevent them from touching and shorting out. 
Any one try the new Synergistic Research BLUE UEF Duplex receptacle?
David, please report back and let us know the improvements with you mothers system :-) 
Class D vs Class AB - Looking for best used budget amplifier for Magnepan MG12
Possibly a Class D Audio SDS amp with the highest wattage you can find. I saw a used one advertised on another major audio site. 
Room Dependent
So true... 
Duelund RCA interconnects...opinions
Some useful information here: https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/duelund-dca-12ga-hookup-wire 
Anyone in or near Ann Arbor?
Contact ozzy here on Audiogon or you could take the phono-preamp to an audio store in Ann Arbor and try it there. 
recommendation needed-upgrade power receptacle- monster power htps7000 outlet 15amp or 20
Audiogon member AlbertPorter sells a very nice outlet called the Porter Port here on Audiogon.https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis99a26-porter-port-porter-port-outlets-cryo-various-colors-ac-di... 
Wet carpet under system
To bad that fan isn't going to stop the growth of mold because that carpet padding is never going to dry! 
power cord
@mewsickbuff how much did you want to spend on a new or used power cord? 
Happy New Year!
Thanks, Happy New Year to all... 
Thinking about upgrading, but wondering about diminishing returns
"I listen to CD's when I have less than an hour, and for when I work out".Because of the limited time, an hour or when working out, maybe the OP doesn't want to spend the funds on digital, at least that was my understanding in his origional question. 
Thinking about upgrading, but wondering about diminishing returns
@laimowen, I can't emphasize enough the need for at least one if not two dedicated circuits (assuming they can be added bassed up your room location, whether you own or rent etc.) and an upgrade to a more high-end  AC outlet.This suggestion will i... 
power cord
+1 hifiman5. Just make sure the power cord is a large gauge such as 12 or 10 gauge etc. suitable for your PerfectWave Power Plant. 
Isolation for Focal Aria 936
Personally, if you the funds I would advise you to purchase the IsoAcoustics GAIA III, the GAIA will improve your speakers as the video demonstrated.