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I must be old
 Wolf-Garcias, Speaking of clicks and pops.  Many years ago when  Hammond switched from tone generator to solid state on the  B3's the  orginal key clicking sound was added for nostalgia purposes. An on off switch was added. Owned both models and ... 
Is this an right time to buy hifi?
 Changing my name to Miller or Yoder.  Turning Amish and moving in with a family down the road from me.  Learning to plow 40 acres and 12 Clydsdales or mules. Just me and my family and the good earth.  No stocks, bonds, gold ,silver, bitcoin or an... 
Stirring Up Trouble
WOW really cool.  Learned something new.  Reminds me somewhat of an upscale Harvard version of Jean Shepards narration of Ralphie  in A Christmas Story.  
members and their systems
You ask where I get the money.  This was it for me. Told my self nothing is too expensive. You just don't earn enough. The problem is always the dummy  in the mirror. Get as much education as possible.  Apply your self. Listen do not talk too much... 
Had an epiphany, what would happen when all of you die?
 For me it's Heaven for the weather and Hell to see your friends. Also the creeps that lied to me.   Game over.  
Check in: How quickly are streamers and servers evolving?
Completely missing the point. But whatever. There's a lot to be said for, "Get off my lawn."  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NelBNtNm8l0.   Most appropriate funny reply in a dogs life. Not exactly PC.   Right on Clint. 
Better XLR/RCA adapters
I use these Sescom line level directional transformer convertors. About $40.00 each.     https://www.sescom.com/products/view/category/categoryslug/line-level-converters .  
Article: "Spin Me Round: Why Vinyl is Better Than Digital"
 If the discussion is  how music feels and all the other stuff? ok here it goes. 454 10.25 compression ratio, 600 cfm Holly , Muncie 4 speed, 4.11 gears  OR  a 375 volt Tesla with 3 batteries. Old school. Talk about openess. First one analog next ... 
VPI Classic Setup By Brian Walsh
  Hi Byan, I missed you earlier this year. You were passing through Cleveland on to Maryland but I didn't have a set up ready for you.  Hopefully I can get it ready this trip through.      
How old are you?
 I  always tell people I am 15 years older than I really am.. You always get a good compliment how good you look. I tell them it's drugs.  
Control volume with DAC or Preamp?
 Are you referring to the Benchmark DAC3 HGC? One volume control and lots of imputs/outputs. Eliminate your preamp. I think solves all your problems. Have one and love it.  
Is 1990's equipment vintage?
 I buy old sell patina. I learned that from Antiques road show and This old house. 
Transformers
Hey no problem thanks for the response. 
Transformers
Thank you. XLR to RCA is correct. I didn't know these are directional. These are $43 to $46 each.  
Too many cables
Ok thanks