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comparing two pre-amp/phono section buying scenarios, so weigh in!
Have confidence in CJ to do what they do ...  
Preamp w/DAC (or Integrated w/DAC) vs. Outboard/External DAC? (Again! Forgive me!)
@hilde, Crescendo Fine Audio in Wheatridge, Co for Elac and PS Audio. 
some help with speaker placement/purchase
Set up on the long axis of the Space and your reward will be Soundstage.A favorable dimension Ratio is 2:1 LxW. Example 30’ x 15’.Dutch and Dutch would be an example of a well integrated Loudspeaker.Check out Virtual System by se7en:  https://sys... 
New Setup Volume Issue
Which type of Cartridge MM or MC ... different output voltage! 
Any reason not to place stand mounted speakers upside down?
If your current Speaker placement is at a Null in the room then a Boost in Bass would be good ... 
Sent Back the Pro-ject Turntable: What would be the best option in the $1800 range?
+1 Mani ... I'm keeping mine ... Used is a good option. @klimt, you should be good with Crutchfield. 
Quicksilver Headphone Amp
Hello oddiofyl, both of my Headphone Amps are by Schiit Audio one SS and one Tube Amp.So no direct experience with Quicksilver HA.However I do have a local Retailer that carries the Quicksilver line.The one Amp that is on display might be another ... 
Adjusting speaker positioning. What, if anything, to expect?
@skyscraper, that would require a Guitar also ...Note to myself ... Listen to more Pete Townshend! 
Sent Back the Pro-ject Turntable: What would be the best option in the $1800 range?
@chakster, the Luxman PD-444 … Classic Lines ... 
Adjusting speaker positioning. What, if anything, to expect?
The Baffle is the entire front panel of a Loudspeaker (the surface that the drivers are attached).The Baffle is also significant with regard to Radiation Pattern and how (in the case of) the A3 integrates in a room. Do not worry about this.Your pr... 
Adjusting speaker positioning. What, if anything, to expect?
@onhwy61, I think that I have already suggested this much (with exception of tilt angle)."Rather than asking for opinions before you take action, why not just move the loudspeakers around and see what you think is happening? Try different locatio... 
Adjusting speaker positioning. What, if anything, to expect?
@needfreestuff, as stated; "The front of the A3’s are only out 22" from the wall" indicates that the placement (current) is approximately at a ’recommended’ distance.1"-5" in both directions (from 20") could make a difference. Measurement is to th... 
Sent Back the Pro-ject Turntable: What would be the best option in the $1800 range?
Auto Lift - Not an auto return @tyray. " Equipped with an Auto Lifter Function That Allows You to Enjoy Playing                                      Records More Comfortably" "When the tonearm reaches the end of the record, the Auto Lifter funct... 
Adjusting speaker positioning. What, if anything, to expect?
Textbook Nearfield Listening Positions as described.Try changing the distance between the Speakers.The A3s are much larger than my stand-mounted mains.Also the 15' vault should really help with A3s. My experience suggests closer would be right.Fro... 
Preamp w/DAC (or Integrated w/DAC) vs. Outboard/External DAC? (Again! Forgive me!)
@hilde45, About my post how PWM is utilized with regard to amplification.My input is intended to address the statement:"I am still trying to decide a basic question of tubes vs. solid state. " PS Audio as well as Technics have developed / use Hybr...