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Phono Stage Gain - how does it impact sound?
Once I added a subwoofer (REL 528SE), the bass became exactly what I was looking for. Likely cannot live without it now. Would love to add a second subwoofer down the road. That would be my suggestion - REL is the best subwoofer (IMO) for integrat... 
192 khz/24 bit Albums on Qobuz
@kray - my Lumin player display is indicating that the tune/album is being played at 192 kHz/24 bit - has nothing to do with Qobuz setting. When I select the album, the Lumin app tells me what resolution the recording is at.  I could be wrong, but... 
192 khz/24 bit Albums on Qobuz
@craigab Playing album right now on my LUMIN T1 streamer and display says 192 kHz 24 Bit. Sounds great.   
192 khz/24 bit Albums on Qobuz
Nice - given the fact that the vinyl is hard to get makes it special. Regardless, it’s my favorite ColdPlay album.   
Why do hipsters prefer analog?
@larry5729 - go get yourself a top shelf tube amp before the apocalypse - which may be any day now the way things are going.   
Kronos Sparta or TechDas Air Force III?
The hold down on the Tech Das AF impacts the playback significantly - that's been my experience comparing the AF VP with an AF Technics SP10 Mk2 (no clamp) and Kuzma Stabi R w clamp. For that reason, if I were spending that kind of dough, I'd defi... 
Looking for new/sealed blank high bias type II cassette tapes
Good luck to you.  
Why do hipsters prefer analog?
Next - why did the hipster cross the road?  
New Koetsu on Ebay from Japan???
Juki is well known on Ebay and has been around for a long time. Like others indicated, no warranty and maybe even gray market without serial number.  The risk is yours.  However, savings on a stone bodied Koetsu can be significant (greater than 50... 
McIntosh MA12000 Integrated Amp w/Martin Logan Renaissance 15A
I think that's what the OP is asking.  You seem to answer a question with a question.  
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Picked up a mint copy of Big World by Joe Jackson for $7 at a local record store.  Excellent recording - listening to it right now. Also, no ticks and pops (rare w used records).  
Thoughts on the Linn LP12 turntable
Meh - it may have been a great table when it came out, but I don't think anyone in their right mind would buy a new one now.  There are many tables that sound and look better at that price point. It may be a great starter table at some of the used... 
RiP Peter Breuninger AVShowrooms
I enjoyed Peter's videos a lot.  RIP and God Bless.  
Re-tipped stylus vs original manufacturer
I have a retipped ZYX Universe IIX by Steve @ VAS and I can't really tell the difference. I have a more expensive Gold Note Tuscany mc, but the retipped ZYX Universe is more revealing/dynamic/enjoyable. So there you go.