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So what would you recommend for my next upgrade?
May I ask which speakers and phono stage did you purchase? 
$1,500 upgrade budget/what would you do?
Buy a used integrated amp made in the last ~5 years. If you want new, the Marantz 8005 is highly recommended and has phono stage.If working the Haflers are easily sold. 
Static electricity....again
I use a humidifier in my room in winter. I also find that removing my shoes helps. 
Small System Rebuild. Need Integrated Amp
+1 Rich.. Hard to go wrong. Also buy a used budget DAC and USB to SPDIF converter. Amps do not age as do DACs. 
So what would you recommend for my next upgrade?
Dancub, Given all that is presented above, it remains my opinion that your weak link is the phono stage. You have a quality $1000 TT and $400 cartridge (provided it is in good condition) mated to a good, however budget, phono stage. I also believe... 
Looking for an alternative to Music Hall a70.2
How do you have the Oppo and PS DAC configured in your system for audio and video? 
building a system around dynaudios?
I agree with Mapman regarding the power benefits. As AL said the X12s have been replaced but there are still some available and should be had at a discount. Quintessence Audio in Chicago had some in December. I heard them there driven by a Simaudi... 
So what would you recommend for my next upgrade?
I moved into a dedicated audio room ~ 1 year ago. Made my own sound panels using supplies from ATS Acoustics. I also tune by ear, as I agree, more fun. It is an ongoing process. Seems I have a tendency to over treat then remove treatment until I g... 
So what would you recommend for my next upgrade?
+1 Zd & Al. I would get shorter speaker cables also. Would not make any other significant changes until room is finished and tuned to your liking. 
Desktop System DAC
What are you streaming off your computer, internet radio or stored CD files? 
Upgrade from AQ King Cobra to Columbia DBS
Samac, I just bought the 1M pair and have not yet received them. I will get back to you once I have listened to them. I went for the Columbia for they were the 1st in the DBS line, just above the KCs. At used prices, my cable outlay between pre an... 
Building a new sound system opinions
Do you also shop EBay and here on AG? Lots of possibilities for putting together a budget system.How are you going to use the Macbook Pro? Ae you going to load a collection of CDs, or just stream internet radio? Either way you will want a USB DAC.... 
Upgrade from AQ King Cobra to Columbia DBS
Bought my second pair of Columbia. Run .5 m pair between DAC and Pre, and 1M pair from Pre to Amp. Thanks Bo and Zd. 
DAC for iMac System
Congrats, glad you found one that fits your needs and budget. Enjoy. 
DAC for iMac System
Willie, I am sure you are correct given that a new Bitfrost with Uber retails at $550. Would make for a great deal at $300 used. Maybe in another year? I am tempted to try out a Modi for a second system and would like to hear from someone who has ...