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Anyone with technical knowledge RE: ADS L1290
I would pull the tweeter out and see if it works by itself. If it does, the problem is elsewhere. 
The Cyclicality of Black Vs Silver
I really like the black finish better. I wish that all companies would offer a gold or champagne finish. I know that cj still has this color. It's kind of right in the middle between black and silver. 
Rega RB 300 mess, help please
Brit Audio, (here in the States) does a great rewire on Rega arms. I bet he could help since I'm sure he's had the arm apart many times.http://britaudio.com/About_Us.html 
The most hilarious ad ever on Audiogon?
http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?ampstube&1264294258&/Handcrafted-De-Longhi-Ultim 
Linn Abandons CD Players
I'm an analog guy also, but I have a huge CD collection too. There is something about going into my Record/CD room and browsing through my collection and then choosing what to listen to. The actual handling of the "physical" media is half the fun ... 
VPI HW-17 - brush too short?
Sounds like you have the 45 rpm tube installed. You will need to get a 12" (LP) size tube for it. You can buy from VPI or numerous online sources.http://store.acousticsounds.com/d/13357/VPI-RCM_Vacuum_Tubes_33_RPM-Accessories_for_Record_Cleaning_M... 
Leben CS600 questions?
The CS600 has a "preamp in", but I don't see a preamp out. It has a tape, (recording) out. Looks like you can use the power amp seperately with a preamp, but not as a preamp alone. See link below:http://www.lebenhifi.com/products/cs600.htmlhttp://... 
Phono Stage Question
According to the specs that I just found, your Rogue has a set 150pF of capacitance.The Ortofon Black has a recommended capacitance range of 150-300pF.Seems like a good match to me. You might try lowering the VTA a little. 
Restore Infinity RS3b - foam around all 4 woofers
Here are two of the best service for this type out there:http://www.simplyspeakers.comhttp://www.millersound.com 
Steely Dan live last night
Although they didn't play this summer at Red Rocks, I have seen them the prior three summers in a row. Steely Dan is still excellent and one of my favorite bands. Can't wait to see them again. 
Audio Technica AT72E
VTF is 1.6 to 2.5 grams. I would use at least 2.0 grams and maybe even 2.2 might be better. 
Matching Replacement Woofers
Just have the blown woofer reconed/refoamed. Much better to use the exact woofer model when you can. See links below for these services.www.simplyspeakers.comwww.millersound.com 
Best Remakes Of All Time
Indigo Girls - Mono Lisas and Mad HattersLinda Ronstadt - Carmelita, Hasten Down the Wind 
better the mc2500 for 2500.00 used
I have a pair of completely restored and updated DQ-10's and I found the Belles amps to be a perfect match. I used a 150A Hot Rod and loved it. I never listened really loud. The 150 Reference, (same power as Hot Rod, but twice the current) or 350A... 
Audio Research LS-16 Mk2 vs LS-17 preamp
I don't think that Audio Research would be the well respected company that they are, (or even still in business) if they produced gear that sounded the way you describe...I'm sorry you can't hear.