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Mundorf silver in oil cap burn in?
As the others have stated, at least 300 hours of burn in is required before they start to sound right and let me tell you, do they sound right! 
Klipsch La Scalas or Polk SRS 1.2's?
Be aware that the SDA's require a common ground amp unless you use the special AI-1 interconnect cable or you can ground strap the amps, which is something you should check with Adcom about. I don't think you'd like the La Scala's with the Adcom's... 
Need fix for Musical Fidelity A5 Volume Control
Yes, a Harmony remote. You will have to go into the micro settings to change the default setting, but it will cure your problem. 
Need fix for Musical Fidelity A5 Volume Control
That's not uncommon with MF remotes. Buy a Harmony, you can program the time duration of the volume control. 
Service for Musical Fidelity 3d-CD???
Signal Path and Musical Fidelity have parted ways. The new distributor is called Musical Fidelity USA. For service on all MF products in the US and Canada contact Rick at 732-425-3234. He's still the authorized service center. 
What's better than the Jolida JD100
Mrtennis,I'd have to respectfully say that your issue lay elsewhere. The Jolida is one of the most responsive units out there to changes, be it tubes, cords or board modifications. As for harshness, I haven't found that to be the case at all (stoc... 
What's better than the Jolida JD100
Mrtennis,There are no op amps in the Jolida. That said, at a minimum, one has to change the stock Chinese tubes and upgrade the power cord to begin to get decent sound from that CDP. 
Floor Standing or In Wall speakers
I have to say after a recent demo of Polk Audio's new TOTL in wall speakers in a dedicated custom built HT room, my answer to your question is, hell yeah! 
Power cord strain relief removal
If it's the typical two piece type, try squeezing the two parts together with small channel locks or pliers while pulling out at the same time. Another method is to insert a small flat blade screwdriver under the smaller part, pry up and pull out ... 
Is there a "universal" problem playing Dual Discs?
Just a slight correction, there are no problems with playing SACD's on any universal or other SACD capable unit. Only DualDisc's can have a problem. Besides that issue, DualDisc is now a dead format. 
MF A5 is messed up
Carlos, It's only been 8 working days, not 2 weeks. Relax and let them fix/test it. 
How often to apply wax,to cabinet?
"Does any wax or oil actually penetrate for moisturizing into wood that has been laquered or varnished?"Emphatically, no!The adage, "Once a day for a week. Then, once a week for a month. Then, once a month for a year." is in reference to boiled li... 
Cleaning silver faceplates?
Windex and a soft cottom cloth. 
Anyone seen their favorite High End store close?
I was visiting in Palo Alto a few weeks ago and we took a drive down to San Jose specifically to visit The Analog Room. Everyone there made us feel like old friends stopping in for some good conversation, music and food. Perhaps more shops would s... 
Review: Musical Fidelity Tri-Vista SACD CD Player
What help did they offer. I thought MF had found another transport to replace any that needed service.