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Technics SL1210 MKII
Well worth considering. Easy to set up, very reliable, very good sound. Take a look at KABusa.com for repair and upgrades. One of my turntables is a 1600 MK2, basically the full auto version of the 1200 MK2. I added the KAB fluid damper and change... 
Albums you do not get...a plea for help and understanding
Both kinds, Country and Western. Thanks for this notlistening One of my all time favorite obscure references!    
Empire 698 Turntable Electronic Cueing problem
I do not know the empire’s, but the manual is available on Vinylengine. It discusses how to adjust the lift point. Maybe worth reading if you do not already have it. I see two connectors that you could try pulling out one or both and see if that d... 
Bluesound Node 2 vs. Node (2021)
I have no experience with the NEW Node. But I have read that it is a step forward or 2 from your Node2. I have a Node 2i and I upgraded it with a power board and external power supply that isolates the streamer from the power and it was a big step... 
Power Amp & Integrate Amp
Integrated amp can work if it has an HT bypass feature. This is needed since your Marantz needs to fully control the volume of the Atmos speakers. So a power amp would be a natural fit. Any decent 2 CH amp will work to drive them. You do not need ... 
Power Cables and Wall Sockets
+ 1 on a dedicated line AND Hubbell outlets. Everything matters.  
Weekly recap gone ?
Still waiting on it as well...  
Primaluna?
Also the Aric Audio Transcend Push-Pull amplifier is a wonderful amp.  You can swap tubes from EL34’s on up to KT150’s. Triode / ultra linear switching on the fly and variable feedback (from off to full) gives you several amps in one.  top grade t... 
Sound carpet
Assuming this is a new area rug and not wall to wall, I would find a piece of foam carpet pad at the big box stores. Have it cut to size just smaller than the new rug by  a few inches, and place it underneath. The extra padding could help.  And it... 
Best Phono You've Heard Under $2200
I have a Sutherland PhD. Brings out all the detail on the disc. Neutral with a nice wide soundstage. This was a big step up from previous stages.  I will be receiving a Don Sachs tube phono stage next week. I am looking forward to comparing the tw... 
PD-Creative
wlutke, which Sbooster did you get for the Node? 
Best new musical flooring for flooded basement
Similar situation here a couple years ago. Sorry to hear about the flood. I went with LVT wood look flooring and have a couple area rugs in key places. Sounds great. Ditched the spikes and went with de-coupling. Another improvement.Good luck! 
The Raven Has Landed
" We don't exactly sell tickets."My ticket comment was more tongue in cheek.Angel's Envy it is then! 
The Raven Has Landed
I will have to get my ticket early do I don't miss out on Chuxpona 22. Share some details on the fun when you can. 
Cable Goop Review George is going to freak!!
@ lpretiring  +1 on the Mad Scientist goop.  Works well in my system.