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Cartridge
I'd look at Grado....gold is 220 with 5mv output the statement platinum wood body is 350 at .5mv may not have enough output 
Does this speaker exist?
Vivid V1.5. This speaker meets all your criteria and is very room flexible. Not sure of room size so if large room bass may be an issue. 
cd player is dying, need suggestions please
Marantz sa 8004 will sound great and gives you the digital inputs 
What is the best loudspeaker for a small room?
Take a look at the Vivid Audio v1.5. Very easy to work into a room but very dynamic and musically engaging. I use them with Aesthetix gear and absolutely love them. I also think for how they perform they are very fairly priced. 
An SACD question
I still seek them out because generally they sound great. Of course the music matters so you must be selective. I mainly purchase classical titles. 
Sirius radio quality vs redbook cd player
I too enjoy Sirius...mainly listen to classical. First, if are enjoying in the car then the extra 3 dollars to stream at home is clearly a winner. I use it all the time on my Ipod touch and stream the digital into either an HRT Istreamer or into a... 
Aesthetix Rhea?
love it...not noisy especially if you try not to push the gain. I have great results at 50db with a clearaudio concerto (.5mv) using a Calypso. Mine is the regular unit and is about 2 years old. 
What tonearm and cartridge for Avid Sequel TT?
On mine I have an SME 4 with a Clearaudio Concerto. Great turnatable combining best of suspended and non suspended TT attributes, plus very easy to setup (including SME as well) 
Ground lift question
HumX..Ive used it ...it workswww.ebtechaudio.com 
How do I stream radio to my system?
Yes, you need to add the Sirius streaming to your subscription...I believe it is 3.50 a month. I use an ipod Touch to do the same. 
Best new audio cables at a reasonable cost.
Spinaker01What is the point of that comment? I think the question was clear...or maybe you don't think companies need to make better products? Or maybe you are one of these guys who don't think cables make a difference? 
Best new audio cables at a reasonable cost.
Definitely the new Shunyata signal cables. I have the python...simply stated...I do not think about cables when I listen to them. Combines all the best virtues of audio. 
Tonearm Cable advice needed
New Audioquest Cougar or used Leopard. Flexible for Linn suspension plus the DBS is very good for a tonearm cable signal. I had a AQ Leopard with the LP12. 
Cd mats, weights et. al.
I have had great results with the Marigo mats. You need to consider the depth of the tray as some players will not work with the mats. Make sure you can return what you purchase. 
Best Classical to "broaden" listening arena?
If you have streaming capability check out WFMT Chicago. Best classical station in the US. Special shows St. Paul Sunday and Exploring Music will raise your knowledge and focus your interest. Other great show besides daily programming