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McIntosh MC 8207 Power Guard problem.
I do not have that unit but have you tried resetting the microprocessors from the manual? 
Is a separate phono preamp worthwhile?
I used an EAR 834p with my McIntosh C42 and that was much better than the internal phono preamp. When I upgrated to the C70 I tested for a couple weeks before concluding the C70 phono was better sounding than the EAR. Whatever that anecdotal evide... 
Wireless Ethernet Router Advice
I am using an Eero mesh network system to stream Roon with Qobuz to multiple zones very successfully. I use an eero extender with an ethernet cable for a couple of the zones. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Brian Eno/David Byrne - My Life in the Bush of GhostsJust showed up on my doorstep today from somebody. Don't remember ever hearing it before. Nice gift. 
My MA252 saga
After reading your post I immediately, nervously, turned my MA252 up 60%, 70%, 80... 100% with no music playing. No hiss. Dead silent. I can hear some hum if I put my ear directly against my speakers though. Is that what you mean? I am using B&... 
How do you avoid buying new LPs that sound just like CDs?
In my case I only buy vinyl from analog sources. Either original or re-issue. I can stream the record from Qobuz otherwise. 
20’ TT cabling
Keep your phono preamp close (within 3') to your turntable and you will be fine. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
J&K: STONEBONERecord store day re-release. Just can't stop playing this one. 
How Many Turntables Have You Owned
BSR (model forgotten)Technics SL-B2Music Hall mmf 2.1Thorens TD 240Thorens TD 125Thorens TD 160 SuperVPI Classic 3 
Negotiate good price
Here’s what I know... you went home empty handed and are now ranting on the internet instead of listening to music on the system you want. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Mingus Ah Um - MoFi one step Mind blown! 
Odd problem with TT setup...
The question is, send it to SME and have it rebuilt/serviced or start thinking about a new tonearm?Both! Get a new tonearm and THEN send your SME in for service. Win win. Fun fun. 
TT Purchase Question
My vote is for the VPI. I think it has more robust upgrade options and technical support and I like the company and products. I currently own a VPI Classic turntable now.I suspect others are going to recommend a lot of different turntables but som... 
John Coltrane A Love Supreme Acoustic Sounds 33 1/3 vs Analogue Productions 45
I suspect you will be quite satisfied with the 33 1/3 unless you have a lot of audiophile 45 rpm reissues but I haven't heard both. The 33 1/3 is on its way to my house as we speak. Don't wait too long. 
During this isolation, I would be interested in suggestions of great movies you like.
Withnail & IOut of SightL.A. ConfidentialMatewan