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Turntables currently considered top of the range. Do you know what they are ?
Has anyone thought of the top McIntosh TT at 14k  
More on XLR vs RCA considerations?
I use  XLR for all my components which includes: amplifier, CD player and R2R.  I find a definite improvement to my system.  My amp, a McIntosh, has both XLR and RCA inputs from my preamp to my amp  
Should speakers be upgraded before preamp and amplifiers?
Maybe look at integrated amps from McIntosh.  You will want to buy an upgraded amp then align with your speakers.  As an example; if your amp has 200 watts, then buy your speakers that will match at 200 watts maximum.  Other wise you could end up ... 
Balanced vs RCA preamps
I use XRL when ever possible.  I find better sound than with RCA    
Dumb question......why do you need a preamp?
I use a McIntosh preamp and a separate power amp.  It allows for flexibility if you want more power you can just change your amp. Also flexibility with other components.  I have a turntable, R2R, and a streamer and a CD player all linked by the pr... 
What does 90% of the Absolute Best Sound Cost?
I agree that your system depends upon your budget and your ears.  If you feel your system needs improvement then work on that aspect. Maybe you need newer equipment, bettter cables or a subwoofer?  It all depends on how happy you are with your sys... 
McIntosh purchased by Bose...NOT an April Fool's joke.
Let us hope that Bose does not mess with the McIintosh equipment.  It would be great if Bose could let people know that know of their plans for McIintosh equipment.  
55” or 65” TV Screen Size and Your Speakers: Please Join Survey
There are formulas that tell you the screen size compared to the number of feet from your eyes to the TV.  This is that when watching a movie your eyes are not playing tennis.  Using that formula I can get a 77 inch screen. go with the largest TV... 
Reliability - what’s your experience been?
McIntosh, built to last good product and great customer service  has a problem with my CD player, they fixed for free I have had a problem with my Carver CD player, found a reliable service center ans they fixed it.  
An audio component you just can't let go
I have a Carver system I’m my office, cannot sell.  
Reasonably priced preamplifier
Have you considered McIntosh.  They make both tube and SS.   I enjoy them  
SACD Players
I would stay with McIntosh.  More flexibility   
YouTube Indicates What the Future is For Audiophiles - Interesting Demographics.
A few years back everyone said vinyl is dead. Now there are records at Barnes and Noble.  I believe that people will always love music and those that want the best sound possible.  On that note, please bring back reel to reel.  
Reel to Reel
I have two reel to reel players.  Purchased an upgrade RtR from J Corder they do RtR.  I enjoy my machines and use it often.  I wish the major players would bring them back.  They brought back TTS so why not RtRs. I find them fun to work on and ... 
Qualities Of An End-game System
A lot of us, it is the journey, not the final destination