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Schroder Tonearms - where do I purchase? are there authorized sellers in US?
I recommend Thom Mackris at Galibier Design.  He really knows everything Schroder.  He offers a custom arm rest for the tonearm and various tuning devices.  I have the arm rest on my Thrax Yatrus, and it is wonderful.      
CS Port Phono Stage
Hi there,  you would probably get a faster reply by contacting Steve Klein directly at soundsofsilence.com Also, there are numerous postings by Mike Lavigne, who is an owner of this phonostage, on the What’s Best Forum. Good luck in your researc... 
What is the best peramp phono between THRAX Orpheus MK2 vs Phasemation EA1200
Have you contacted Ana Mighty Sound?  He displays both units in his showroom in Paris.  Your ears will be the best judge.  Good luck in your research.  
KLaudio or Degritter Mark II
jpan, I just want to compliment you on the beauty of your room and carefully chosen system. On the current subject, I could never afford the KLAudio.  I had the Mark I and recently upgraded to Mark II with Degritter’s trade-in offer.  I very much... 
Has anyone heard from Yip?
Same here.  Contacted him well over a month ago.  No reply. I also have the SmartTractor.  Ir’s expensive, but It’s allowed me to set up my cartridge despite my cataracts and floaters.  It’s still a challenge. The Dr. Feikert tool simply would no... 
Need Impressions of SoundKaos Vox
Congratulations on your new speakers.  I heard them in the Old Forge Audio room at the audio show in 2019.  They were the original 3Fs, and they were sitting on some substitute aftermarket stands because the proprietary stands had been damaged in ... 
Contemplating DEVORE SPEAKERS (and others)....LONG audition report of many speakers
Beautiful room!  Enjoy!  
Pigskin or jico leather mat
Tonar makes a nice leather mat, the model 5978.  Very reasonable price.  I bought mine from a UK seller several years ago.  I see one UK seller has them now for GBP 23. So many choices.  Good luck with your search.  
Leben RS-30EQ Phono Preamp Info
Hello there, I have the same one.  Please do not unscrew anything.  The tube upgrade was a good idea. You can read a lot about this unit and other Leben products on Jeff Day’s page on Positive Feedback Online (Jeff’s Place). Enjoy yourself.  
Tannoy Everyone?! with Leben CS600 or Pass XA25/30.5?
Try reaching out to Jeff Day (Jeff’s Place) @ Positive Feedback Online.  He has extensive experience with Leben and Tannoy and might have some good ideas for you.  Good luck.  
Ortofon SPU dealers in the US?
The tonearms were made by Jelco which is no longer in business.  Perhaps there is a new in box RMG-212i out there.  Check with Deja Vu.  He still shows the tonearms on the website.  
Dust cover for my dust cover?
Check out Digital Deck Covers — great company.  I had them make me a custom cover to place over my acrylic cover. https://www.digitaldeckcovers.com    
Ortofon SPU dealers in the US?
In the past, I ordered two SPU’s from Jim Pendleton @ Osage Audio.  Great person to deal with.   I have two new SPUs (90th and 95th Anniversary models) which I am not using since i’ve changed to a different tonearm/turntable.  I’ll be selling the... 
Tube question - who makes Magnum Dynalab Reference 6922 Cryovalves??
Several years ago, I owned an MD106T and purchased the cryovalves directly from MD.  They were nice tubes, but I think a little overpriced.  At the time I think they were using Electro Harmonix or JJ.   Instead of guessing, why not send an email ... 
Leben Phono Stage
What cartridge will you be using?  This phono stage is for moving magnet cartridges and will require a step up transformer if you choose to run a moving coil.