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Definitive Technology Mythos STS crapped out... worth repairing?
Having owned the 'flagship' Mythos ST-L's, I'd move on. You can do way better, especially on the used market, and I think you'll realize the bass they produce isn't that musical / natural. (IMHO)     
Raven Audio Soniquil Cables: Misrepresented Build & Tarnishing Connectors?
@devinplombier  Pretty interesting how some folks are making all kinds of excuses for a manufacturer that, until proven otherwise, misrepresents its products. Here in the USA, folks are innocent until proven guilty. I based my favorable commen... 
Raven Audio Soniquil Cables: Misrepresented Build & Tarnishing Connectors?
There are no indents - having owned an Osprey, having multiple, long conversations with Dave and James, and purchasing several NOS tubes from Dave, I find it hard to believe there was any intentional misleading going on, especially for a low dolla... 
Raven Audio Soniquil Cables: Misrepresented Build & Tarnishing Connectors?
I own the same cables - I use them for my AVR and manually swap them with my 2 channel cables routinely so they get way more wear and tear than most - they are not tarnished at all. I don't really want to peel back the heat shrink to see how they ... 
Directional wires/cables
I wouldn’t buy a cable based on whether it  it was directional or not, but if it was, why not follow the manufacturers instructions?  
What does your Virtual System page say about you? 
Ain’t nothing wrong with being a 3! ...as long as we are all on the same scale, with 1 being super-awesome and 10 being not-even-close-to-awesome  
What does your Virtual System page say about you? 
I had to check...I listed mine: amp>speakers>sources with related cables etc. after components. Now I'm not sure if I should reorganize my VS to fit into options 1 or 2, or just agree I'm a 3?  
WHY DO SOME AUDIOPHILES TRY TO TELL OTHERS WHAT THEY CAN OR CAN’T HEAR IN A SYSTEM?
@mrkrichman  No two people see Color the same Actually lots of people see color the same. 8% of males have a congenital color vision deficiency, but only 0.5% of females. Roughly 15% of the general population, regardless of gender have an acqu... 
DIY Spekon Cable For Rel
Get these they can configure/terminate however you want, use genuine Neutrik connectors and in your budget delivered from the UK   way better than stock   https://www.designacable.com/rel-twincore-subwoofer-cable-for-dual-stereo-sub-setups.html  
Question about high current amps versus "not high current amps"
How does any of this inform a future purchasing decision or help us enjoy what we have now?    
Looking for a Replacement for AT VM740ML Cartridge
I’m pretty sure JB means adjusting VTA or stylus rake angle. This won’t help. Regardless, you have a decent TT and a very good PS and a cheap cart.    I’d be looking at something like a Hana ML as a starting point if I were you.     
RCA Interconnect recommendations
Good suggestions above - personally I use Zavfino Fusion interconnects (DAC and PS) which I think are hard to beat for the price, but I love my Acoustic Zen Hologram II speaker cables, so at some point I may try the AZ interconnects, but I dont fe... 
Turntable Quandry
You didn't specify budget but if you want a big jump up, start with the cart - something like a Hana ML that is quite good value for the money and it can me moved to a better TT down the road.  The Manley is solid and would likely support a much ... 
Tweaking Your Speaker Placement
I'm OCD on system symmetry in terms of gear and speakers, but my room is not symmetrical at all. I watched Bob's presentation and gave it a go. Distance from the walls, audio cabinet and toe-in are no longer the same. I'm not done yet, but there ... 
Trends in value of vintage / used audio equipment?
I’ve got blue meters, and it’s not a Mac. Best of both worlds. kidding…I have nothing against Macs:)