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Are you going to buy the Rolling Stones SACDs?
No. I will happily stick with my vinyl. If I need a CD, I simply record my own using my Marantz Pro CDR320 CD recorder. These CD's sound very, very close to the actual LP and much, much better than most commercial CD's. Anyway, I don't believe the... 
New VPI Top Line Table
Yes, I saw and heard the new HR-X table last Thursday at the show. Harry was very excited about the table. I doubt the older TNT's would be upgradeable - totally different plinth, platter, motor. The air suspension, SDS, JMW tonearm remain the sam... 
Whadda Think Of The BOHLENDER-GRAEBNER 520???
Not sure about the 'strict' power requirement. I run a pair of 420's with a 50 watt YBA Integre without any problems. Most of the time I listen at the volume at 12 oclock position. There is plenty of excess power if I need it. I believe it is the ... 
YBA Integre DT Owners - Interconnect Suggestions
If you are using the phono section, the VPI phono cable is a super bargain at $200. The rest of my interconnect cables are more pricey Cardas Golden Cross. I also use the Stealth M-21 power cord and Audioquest Slate speaker cables. 
What do you do when the kids come along?
The only way you will be able to enjoy audio is to have a dedicated listening room away from the children. Otherwise, your equipment will constantly be at risk - especially if you have a turntable in your gear - they like to touch everything. Soon...