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Steve Wilson`s new one
Which Steve Wilson? There are several musicians with that name. 
Record cleaning machine or other devices??
If you in it, (vinyl) for the long haul, I would recommend spending the dollars up front on a VPI HW-16.5. If you buy a cheaper unit, it probably won't last as long and you'll just end up buying the VPI anyway.I've had mine for over 30 years and i... 
Choosing a Floorstander by Footprint Size
You might check the Definitive Technology "Mythos" series or, if you could find a pair, the Athena WS-100. 
Tube dampers/coolers effect on preamp sound?
I use Herbie's Tube Dampers on all of my tube gear. I wouldn't say it's a profound difference, but well worth the asking price. It's a pretty cheap tweek that works well...IMHO. 
VPI Scout with Grado Master - but what next?
Steely Dan...ROCKS!!! 
Soundsmith re-tips received today
I have had a half dozen or so cartridges retipped by Peter and all of them are superb! I choose the $250 level service on all of them. Highly recommended. 
Tube preamp for $2,000
+3 Modwright. There is a LS100 on sale here for an excellent price.http://app.audiogon.com/listings/tube-modwright-ls-100-preamp-2013-02-24-preamplifiers-85713No relation to seller, just a great price on a great preamp. 
Netflix dvd
Here's a pretty recent thread on the same topic:http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?bhome&1358165530&read&keyw&zznetflix 
revision of Traveler posted on VPI's site
It also went up $100 in retail price. 
Any "The Civil Wars" Fans?
I also have "Barton Hallow" on both CD and vinyl. It is truly an excellent album. Great harmonies and a warm intimate sound. Recommended. 
Misc MM cartridges
The Cartridge Databank at Vinyl Engine:http://www.vinylengine.com/cartridge_database.php 
Need a monitor while floorstanders in storage
Sunnyjim, that's the correct model number. Here is a link to the Stereophile review:http://www.stereophile.com/content/pioneer-sp-bs41-lr-loudspeaker 
"When Records Ruled The World"...BBC Documentary
Sorry, the title is "When Albums Ruled The World". Keep an eye out for: Dynavector 10X5, Rega P9, Linn LP-12 plus a few other high-end pieces.I just watched this again and it is really fascinating. 
Need a monitor while floorstanders in storage
Pioneer SP-BS41-LR. Around $150 a pair new with full warranty. Spend the $350 you saved on music.I own a pair of these I bought for shits and giggles after the first few reviews came out and they are AMAZING!A really nice sounding pair of small mo... 
First favorite tune
"Something's Burning" by Kenny Rogers & The First Edition...on 8 track.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85uCxBQTqhQ