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cartridge alignment?
Also, Mobile Fidelity:http://www.mofi.com/productcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=11&idproduct=20 
cartridge alignment?
The DB Systems protractor is on the money and sold at many online websites. 
cartridge alignment?
http://www.needledoctor.com/DB-Systems-Protractor 
Ultrabit Disc treatment
I don't know about Ultrabit, but it has been frequently reported that burned CD's sound better than originals, without any treatment.How can this be so? I don't know. I speculate that it has something to do with the difference in the way the bits ... 
Anyone muffel a VPI 16.5
Try putting the 16.5 on a large folded towel. If that works, you might want to try a couple of gardening knee cushions . . . not the ones you attach to your legs, but the rectangular pads with an oblong hole on one side, like these:http://lawn-and... 
When Cleaning Records with...
You don't need a record cleaning machine. Some records will never be rid of surface noise, even records that look clean and glossy. If used records were played with a less than quality stylus or with a cartridge that was not properly aligned, the ... 
Tips for a First-Time Show Attendee?
Wear comfortable shoes. 
tonearm accident
I agree with Stringreen. If my balls fell out, I'd want someone to put them back who knew what they were doing. 
dead quiet
One thing that can cause hum is other components, especially digital components, even when they are off. I have to disconnect the power supply on my Squeezebox when I play records to avoid a slight hum. I previously had a Sony DVD-9000ES that prod... 
Suggest an adequate mono amp for subwoofer
I think a Bryston 4B-ST will give you 400 watts in bridged mode. There's a couple for sale on audiogon for Check on the specs to see if I'm correct. 
dead quiet
It means the system is turned off. 
Need help with Record Cleaning using Disc Doctor
Since you didn't go through your entire process, forgive me if I ask:1. Do you sop up the excess DD fluid with lint-free toilet tissue before rinsing? The DD himself recommends Scott.2. Do you use a separate brush to rinse, with distilled water?3.... 
High quality "locking" IEC connectors?
I think this is similar to the IeGO:http://www.boltproducts.com/heyco/iec-safety-retainer-clip.htmlBut don't these solutions require drilling holes into the chassis to attach the screws? 
Good quality cd's
Playback reviews music and evaluates the sonics:http://www.playbackmag.net/ 
High quality "locking" IEC connectors?
There are some solutions out there. Unfortunately most require some modifications.http://www.biagmbh.com/cgi-local/reloc/reloc.cgi?goto=katalog/pdfs/74/7407.HTMhttp://www.lindy.co.uk/mains-power-lead-with-locking-iec-connector-uk-3-pin-plug-2m/301...