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Holy Grail Analogue Recording Big Band found!
I have this on vinyl. I did not realize it was so rare.  
ISO - grit, texture, decay, life from snares and bass drums
A well thought out system in a well treated room will need no eq. Address all other issues and you will find that it’s unnecessary.  
Considering a Second Subwoofer for the Front
Since my last post was removed, let’s try this again. What in the H E double toothpicks is a bucket sub? Can we see an example of this beast?   Your OP was very vague and cryptic. You should provide more details if it’s really advice you are aft... 
ISO - grit, texture, decay, life from snares and bass drums
Friends don’t let friends EQ…..  
ISO - grit, texture, decay, life from snares and bass drums
Horns  
The Hidden Gem at Capital Audio Fest (CAF) 2023!
I might not qualify since it was less than 10k.  But after hearing the Von Schweikert  VR4 Silvers at HiFi 96 in NYC I ordered a pair. I had already auditioned them at a dealer but hearing the Silver version at the show pushed me over the edge. I... 
Hattor Audio preamps?
I did own one of Don’s preamps and it was very good. I sold it when I went to an Allnic integrated amp. When I decided to go back to separates I thought I’d try the Hattor and I’m glad I did, it’s a great pre. I’ve owned many active and passive li... 
Sometimes, things go right with impulse purchases.
  It's a joke, son. Missed it!. Flew right by ya! -Foghorn Leghorn  
Sometimes, things go right with impulse purchases.
My Fosgate was acceptably quite. It was quite what? 🤔  
Quandry
I know this isn't what you want to hear, but you should learn to do these things yourself. Buy a good protractor and digital scale. If like me, your eyesight is shot, download the Magnify app to your phone. You will get a good view of the cantilev... 
Sometimes, things go right with impulse purchases.
So I’m confused. You say the listing was for the Sota phono stage, and you made an offer. Then you show a photo and description of the PL. This: Before deciding to hit the "buy now" for the Sota, I checked to see how the listing was doing. It wa... 
Aric Audio and my system
I am using a Hattor Audio “The Big” preamp. A great match with with Arics 300B.  
The Hidden Gem at Capital Audio Fest (CAF) 2023!
I'm not saying they don't sound good. And I'm also not saying that 84 db tells the whole story. But a story it does tell. It tells me my 300B SET need not apply. And that's all I need to know.      
The Hidden Gem at Capital Audio Fest (CAF) 2023!
84 db efficiency? Ouch. I’m out….