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Intriguing world of Analog
Almandog,I will try, initially, to resist the temptation of going hog wild on a spending spree. I will try to take baby steps first and then see what happens. My first step will be to buy something like the Hall MMF5 that you recommended or one of... 
Intriguing world of Analog
Pedrillo,I viewed you tt. WOW! Is the entire table upon which the tt rests suspended in the air by a counterweight? This was quite a project. 
Intriguing world of Analog
Thanks again for your helpful comments. I have researched obtaining a Classe Phono module. From what I have read, it is recommnded that you have a professional install the phono module. I have contacted my local audio store and they will contact C... 
Intriguing world of Analog
Raul,How would I know if my Classe preamp has the phono card? I bought the item used on ebay so I'm not sure if it has the phono card. If it does not have the card are such cards readilly available on Audiogon?I have numerous albums. I'm not sure ... 
Intriguing world of Analog
Thank you all for your helpful comments. From your answers I can see there is a lot to learn. I think this calls for a trip to my local high end audio store for a rapid information download. I would like to compare MM and MC cartridges. I may have... 
Gas or Charcoal
My barbequing technique is a hyrbid. I have a Weber gas grill with a hard wood adapter that takes the place of about one quarter of the grill surface. The adapter is essentially a rectangular box with perforations on the bottom to allow access for... 
The best acoustic guitar recordings??
Anything by Christopher Parkening 
DVD player recommendation under $1K
Thanks for your recommnendations. I will look into these three players. 
B&W Matrix tweeter repair
The new tweeter metal screen has arrived so I am a happy camper. The sales support people from B&W were extremely helpful in filling this order. Another reason for loving B&W products. 
External hard drive to Surround sound processor
Thanks for your suggestions. Audioengr, I will have to do a little research to decipher your answer. I am a newbie in this area so I don't know what a S/PDIF converter is or AC3. But I will figure it out. Thanks for the helpful suggestions. 
B&W Matrix tweeter repair
Thank you for your replies. I have contacted the B&W parts department and left a message. 
Hard wired power conditioners?
Thanks for your suggestions. I have 3 20 amp slots in my breaker box. I will look into getting a whole house surge protector. I will also look into getting the audiophile grade AC wiring. I appreciate your kind and helpful suggestions.