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What are the sexiest components ever made?
The Hovland HP100 was a gorgeous piece of audio jewelry, sexiest lights ever 
Looking for phono preamp suggestions
Pass Labs XP27 
Sexy singer(s) and/or song(s)
Mary Fahl former lead singer of October Project, hands down one of the most beautiful voices to ever grace a stage plus she is stunningly gorgeous ! 
Qobuz vs Tidal
I've used both and settled on Qobuz running Euphony Stylus as I preferred Euphony over Roon.  
Pass labs x250.8 stereo amp in San Diego?
As others attested to that Mark over at Reno Hi-Fi is the best. Having now lived with the X250.8 for a couple years, it is a superb amplifier. I can't believe you would regret in any way, shape, or form. I'm running mine with the XP22 preamp which... 
Tune of the Day
Amy Antin - Just For The Record 
Stillpoints Aperture or Synergistic UEF panels Which one?
Ozzy, So you stacked them on top of one another making a 4 foot long one?  
Considering a new Phono Pre-Amp
Pass Labs XP17 is a superb phono stage without the noise of tubes. Highly recommended. Mark over at Reno HiFi is the man and would probably send one out to you for you to evaluate. 
Best recorded 2019 jazz track on Tidal
Yuko Mabuchi Trio 
Stillpoints Aperture or Synergistic UEF panels Which one?
Please keep us informed when they arrive. I'm curious for sure 
Great country recording
Blue Rodeo - Five Days In JulyFantastic record if you like beautiful harmonies, tinkling toe tapping piano, and wonderful guitars 
Albums that you listen to straight through / start to finish whenever you put them on!
All of them. I never lift the arm until the end of the record. That is how who keep vinyl from getting ticks & pops, imho 
EVER FEEL LIKE A TOTAL NITWIT DISCOVERING AN ARTIST LATE IN THE GAME?
If streaming check out Arstidir, their Nivalis album is wonderful also their Hvel album. They are an Icelandic groupIf into collecting nice vinyl where only 100 copies or 250 copies are pressed ( get them while you can ) go to shop.season-of mist.... 
Audio Connection/Johnny Rutan
Absolutely one of the nicest guys in the audio business, knowledgeable in all things audio. A fun time always whether speaking on phone or in person. When I look back at all the great guys I met in the audio biz, John is at the top. 
Ultrasonic cleaning before and after
Slaw,  I can assure that the record spinner is very well built , it surprised me at just how well it is made,Heavy gauge metal for sure , it is not cheap in any way or form.