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Do Thiel dealers discount?
Add another bit to get Aerial 20T that is superior to 3.7 and Dyns. 
Classe CA 200 with b&w CDM-7NT
Actually CDM 7NT sounds better than most 8... series. 805D is one of few great sounding speakers built by B&W.CA200 is great amp way superior to Zamp. It's descent price, but if you find cheaper, why not. Classe amps are fully balanced so I'd ... 
Do Thiel dealers discount?
Agree with Ptm.You may miss your old Dyns. 
Has anyone heard of this crossover?
Is it cheap? 
What Speakers are avail Similar to Nola Contender
You don't need an efficient speaker for your 40W tube amp. 87dB Totem Forest is good match with stable 8Ohm impedance. 
How will you split $3000 between phono and cart ?
The more u save on cartridge, the more you can spend on phono and vise versa. 
What's The Big Deal About Battery Powered Preamps?
For preamp I agree it's great. The downside is when the battery runs out meaning that you should have either an extra battery just like for your DeWalt cordless drill or wall socket option.I DIY-upgrade now my 30y old Classe 30 to work off the 24V... 
Phono preamp rca out to xlr in ??
As you may know, tonearm output IS actually balanced. Having fully balanced phonostage with balanced in/out is the best way. 
Favourite ECM Titles
Roscoe, what is the price for these tickets?I'd try to speak to Keith not to hum during performance just in case:-) 
Favourite ECM Titles
Whoever loves music loves most of ECM -- really hard to decide after all. 
Cable re-burn in
Thanks for reminding. Great movie I agree. Just made my point on how to reverse burn-in LOL!:-) 
What's next after Dynavector 20XL?
I don't know any old Lyras being "cold" or "analytical". They're all precise and great for studio monitoring.New Delos, Kleos will certainly outrun XX-2. 
Cable re-burn in
Can't recall comedy (is it American Pie?) where kids tried to "rewind" odometer placing "Corvette" on the reverse gear:-) 
Out Of Studio Monitoring And Into Hi-Fi
Hmmm I was thinking switching to active Event Opal from High-end. Seriously they rock. 
Octave Integrated Amps
till the pain in ear-drums.