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balanced output VPI
What does the manual say? 
balanced output VPI
I don't know the answer, but that is an interesting feature. 
XLR & RCA caps
Same for me. I have some rubber Neutrik ones I threw in to make up an elecronics order.That being said, if I could see them from the front, I might go for something expensive. 
Revel Performa 3
I've got them on my audition list for an upgrade next year. 
I got the USB DAC per everyone's sugguestion BUT..
I use a Musiland Monitor 01 USD USB-to-S/PDIF Converter to get hi-res to my DAC. It comes with it's own drivers. 
Integrated amp and low sensitivity speakers
Maybe you can slip in some used Simaudio for that price. 
FM tuners - Are they OBSOLETE ?
I will add to what Daverz said, even the ones with good programming are usually so compressed to be unlistenable.Fortunately, we have Jazz.FM91 in Toronto, so I'll be keeping my tuner for a while. I understand there are some good classical station... 
Audio Research LS17 to Headphone Amp?
Like Theo said. You want to receive the full volume signal and control the volume with the headphone amp, and the record out will do that. Also, you should be able to mute the sound from the speakers at the same time. 
Logitech Transporter FYI
I've never tried the wireless, but it's good to know I didn't waste my time routing Cat5e across the room. 
VPI JMW 12.5 replace tonearm wires
Interesting thread. Unfortunately, you might end up having to figure it out yourself. Personally, I am hesitant to upgrade from my old JMW-9 because I like the Discovery wire. 
VPI motor popping noise upon startup/shut off
Like Dorkwad said. I have done the fix as well. It involves replacing the capacitor in the motor housing. I just bought a bunch in the range near what VPI recommended and picked one by trial and error. I believe there was a thread here or at the a... 
Little Red Dot on Totem Hawks
I think you can buy those dots in any stationary store :) 
To clean zerodust
If it's not too bad, take a few drops of water and rub around the top of the bubble. pat dry with something.Try to avoid getting it around the edge, as the bubble part will eventually seperate from the backing. 
Radiohead - Live in Praha video: Free Download
Thanks,I'm doing the DVD as well. 
vpi classic -phono cable
I would recommend the VPI cable as well, but I see the Shindo Labs ones are silver, whereas the VPI's are made with Discovery cable which is copper. I don't know of a silver tonearm cable, as I am strictly a copper guy.