mt10425

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Record Cleaner
I agree with 4yanx word for word. I've also used many different ones and have come to the same conclusion, RRL. And just in case Fmpnd is correct, I use a VPI 16.5. 
subs for music
Like Audiobugged, I agree that any REL sub would work. I will also add that most any sub that hooks up like a REL (LFE and Speakon from amp/receiver terminals) should be auditioned. There are a few companies that make them. Look around. 
dear lord, i need help...
I've heard some on your list and the only standout was the vr-1. I wish I had the chance to hear the Spendors. I also listened to Totems. I'm quite happy with my NSM's however. 
Best Platter Mat For Linn Sondek
The felt dulls the sound. Ringmat makes it too bright. The Herbie's provides the most natural, balanced sound on my LP12. 
Long Speaker Wire Runs
I use 30' runs of 12ga continous cast copper from Vampire Wire (Sound Connections). Just a red and a black insulated run to each speaker with quality spades on each end. 
Parasound vs. Arcam
I wouldn't trade my B&K for an Arcam receiver for HT and I use Parasound separates in my analog setup. However, I also have an Arcam DV-89 in the HT setup. 
MM cart. Recommendation
I just replaced my Grado Gold with a Shure V15VxMR. The difference was startling, especially in terms of detail without sibilance, tracking and depth of soundstage. I took the advice of another Audiogoner and contacted Jack's Music Factory. I had ... 
Voodoo/Tsunami Power Cords
Don't know, but I have Voodoo P/C's and almost all my equipment. I can't say a bad thing about them. I've used Synergistic Research, Blue Circle and a few others I can't recall. I like dealing with Bruce too. 
Van den Hul 'the First Ultimate' digital
I don't have any experience with VDH except the Opticoupler. However, i use a single cable (BEL-The Wire) for both applications in my system. A very good analogue cable should be able to do both. 
Recommend CD player
I've been waiting untill I can afford a used Parasound Ultra 2000 which was made by CEC. I have a relatively new Arcam DV-89 which does a terrific job w/ CD's and DVD-A. 
So YOU can't hear a difference in cables
BEL-The Wire, general I/C connections, digital, it doesn't matter, about $200.00 meter pair. Ever seen anybody complain about them? 
Arcam FMJ DV27A - Best PC & IC & DC & Remote Control
Congratulations on your purchase. I have a DV-89, which except for some internal sound damping and a few other small things is almost identical. I use a Voodoo Audio Products "Silver Dragon" P/C and BEL-The Wire I/C's for digital and two-channel c... 
What's the general concensus on Wavac amps?
You gotta be kiddin'. These are the 350K ones, right. They got a marginal (considering the cost) review. Just think of the other possibilities! Even if you're independently wealthy, you don't have to be independently stupid. 
Traditional looking speakers
This may cause some rebuttal and that's okay. I believe that speakers should be your last purchase, not your first. Buy your equipment first, get quality stuff that sounds synergistically good together, is easy to use (if that's inportant to you),... 
Best Genesis Album - your opinions please.
Selling England by the Pound gets my vote. I bought it new when it first came out and now that I'm replenishing my vinyl again, I bouhgt another copy.