rodman99999

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Best place to sell high end audio equipment?
"Any thoughts?" You’re clearly looking for a higher bid, sans paying a commission, by listing the items in a forum. Be honest and try an auction, here: https://www.audiogon.com/new_listing/type  
Glutton for Punishment?
@boxer12(et al)- As long as it’s doing you no HARM, it’s still a HOBBY! Have fun & happy listening! 
How much are AR AR3's worth these days?
List me three times, low-rent(1gobbler2). The less those of your ilk think of me, the better I feel. Some of us(realists) call the facts, as we see ’em! 
Glutton for Punishment?
"Then it occurred to me, there was absolutely nothing I had rather been doing at that precise moment!"                                   If you’re having fun, while pursuing your hobby; all is well(ENJOY)! btw: Pain is just the weakness, leaving y... 
How much are AR AR3's worth these days?
@ebm -  Charity does not seem the OP's forte. 
How much are AR AR3's worth these days?
You already have bites on craigslist, for your non-functioning speakers, that you’re not honoring. If you want to go fishing here too, at least place a proper MARKETPLACE ad. https://www.audiogon.com/new_listing/type 
Need Help! My Class A Amp Is Running Very Hot
@khmyjy- Luxman has it covered. Just relax and enjoy your music. 
Need Help! My Class A Amp Is Running Very Hot
Read the paragraph under ’PROTECTION CIRCUIT’, on Page 1 of the Luxman AX590 manual: https://onahighernote.com/oahn/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/L590AX.pdf Luxman probably knows, how hot is too hot, for their product and have taken precautions. 
Need Help! My Class A Amp Is Running Very Hot
Actual temperature? "Burning hot", is very subjective! No one can(possibly/correctly) answer your question, without that fact/measurement. Not even the manufacturer. btw: your amp has a protection circuit, that will turn it off, if it senses over-... 
Bi-Wire Cable Question - Can They Be Used As Standard Speaker Cables Without A Problem?
Given you seem to be interested in sound quality; replacing those cheap, signal degrading, Stainless Steel speaker posts, with good 5-Way binding posts, couldn’t be much easier. Not very expensive and you’ll eliminate the adapter/extra connections... 
Best Tubes on Market today?
"When you cook you have to marry different tastes and when you find the right associations, it puts a smile on your face."   EXACTLY! 
Best Tubes on Market today?
ei001h- Far as, "best tubes on market"; the best are all NOS, from reputable dealers(as mentioned above). Since you asked about, "best’ for you; that depends on your taste in reproduction. It’s been my experience, that many like a warm, sweet, wha... 
Time of build not apparent
Perhaps, because those items have dated titles, that must be legally transferred. If an electronic component has a serial number and it’s manufacturer is still in business; they can tell you, within a certain(generally limited) time-frame, when it... 
Which parts suppliers are the most helpful and reliable?
Oh.   So- you mean, like Michael Percy.       Here's how to contact him:   https://www.percyaudio.com/Catalog.pdf  
Best Integrated, period.
Constellation makes a nice integrated:  https://www.constellationaudio.com/inspiration/integrated-10