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stereo receiver recommendations
Feedback from someone who has owned one of the options that the OP asked about:I have owned the Outlaw RR2150 since 2005, the year it was introduced and it is still going strong.  I use it in a bedroom system with Wharfedale Denton speakers and a ... 
ADCOM GTP 500 vs GTP 500 mk ll?
Still own my mkII 27 years later.  No reliability issues.Rich  
Tube upgrades for Prima Luna Prologue 1
Hi Jim -The PL1 has an auto-biasing feature, so you can swap in tubes without having to perform any additional work to the amp.The PL1 is biased to the EL 34, 6CA7, 6L6, 7581, and KT66 power tubes.For new production tubes, the Tung Sol or Gold Lio... 
My experience with Galen Carol Audio
+3.  Nothing but positives to say.Rich  
Pangea AC14XL removeable ground plug
Possible bingo ... are you using the AT TT's built in pre-amp?  That can be the source of the hum.  Are you using the built-in or outboard pre-amp?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4NT67ii04uQRich  
Pangea AC14XL removeable ground plug
It is kind of the same thing though ... cheater plug or a power cord with a removable ground pin on the plug.  It is just that mentally how do I use a 49 cent cheater plug with an amp that costs thousands of dollars?Not preaching.  I am no better.... 
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CD/DVD player advice
I would buy a $500 CD player and a $200 Blu Ray DVD Player.Emotiva ERC 3 CD player @$500http://emotiva.com/product/erc-3/Rich 
Amplifier matching with omega super Alnico Monitors.
Hi borg -Glad that you and Louis had a chance to e speak.  I have had Omegas in at least one of my systems for almost 15 years.  I am using the Super 7 monitors now.  Two observations.  The larger driver/ cabinet makes a very noticeable positive d... 
Amplifier matching with omega super Alnico Monitors.
The Omega Super Alnico Monitors are made for amps like the Line Magnetic 518ia.This pairing should sound excellent.What did Louis C say about your planned pairing?Rich  
Craigslist transaction went south...
Sit tight.  Unless I miss my guess, no one is suing anybody for a $120.  If anything, possibly small claims court.  If you don't need the drama, give the buyer his money back and be done with it ... principal notwithstanding.  It can't be worth it... 
Craigslist transaction went south...
All due respect ...all this drama for a lousy $120.  Give the guy back his $.  Is not worth the hassle. Rich  
Floor standing speakers in entertainment center
When you place speakers inside an entertainment center, you are essentially placing a box inside a box.  The speakers will sound ok, but never more than ok.  The speakers most likely will sound recessed, veiled, and closed in.  Any audiophile yard... 
Ohm Walsh 2
The SR5005 is an AV receiver.  These receivers are notorious for not being as powerful as their ratings may indicate.  Are you using the Marantz as an AV receiver?  Also, how big is the bedroom and how loud are you playing your music and/ or movie... 
My jazz collection told me to get a *real* system
I am not sure an upgrade in cartridge will necessarily do the trick.  The Shure M97 is a nice cartridge.  If you insist, I would suggest the following:Shelter 201http://www.needledoctor.com/Shelter-201-MM-Phono-Cartridge?sc=2&category=877I hav...