rsf507

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VPI Speed Controller
Stay with your SDS. Enjoy 
WOULD IT BE DUMB TO BUY A MARK LEVINSON NO 23.5
@jeffvegas will George Mayer AV let you demo the 335 at home? That would be the best solution even though it might cost you shipping charges. 
Phono Stage for a VPI Prime Scout
I'd say take a look at the Gold Note PH10 retails at $1700 but can get them new for around 1350. It's very versatile so no matter what cartridge you decide on now or down the road you'd be all set. 
What Percentage Off Would You Expect to Discount For Open Box Amp with Blemish
25% at a minimum. I buy NIB and usually get 15-20% off most of the time. 
How often to demagnetize mc cartridges?
OP is this similar to what you got?https://www.audioasylumtrader.com/ca/listing/Accessory/Aesthetix-Benz-MC/Demagnetizer/206532 
Convergent Audio SL1 Ultimate vs
Just curious what you think a used CAT Ultimate might go for? 
What do you consider to be
CD transport, budget is not a consideration 
What kind of listener are you?
Wife to me " Let me get this straight. You spend $2000 on speaker cables (actually it was 5k but don't tell her) because you can "hear the difference" but you can't hear me calling you from the kitchen"? 
New Gold Note PH 10
Still using PH10  
Recommendations for a stereo power amp with a XLR/RCA input switch around $2k
How 'bout the Gold Note PA10 amp?https://6moons.com/audioreview_articles/goldnote13/ 
Considering a new Phono Pre-Amp
Never any noise with PH10 NEVER. 
Bricasti M3 In the house
@dpac996  great looking room!Question for you. Have you heard the other Bricasti dacs compared to M3? Like the M1SE or M12 or even the M21? In 2019 I heard all 4 at Axpona and even though they all are musical and have that clean full Bricasti soun... 
What should I do?
Sounds like a super deal without a return. You should have initially inquired before buying. 
Zensati Cables
After a few months take out the HF cables and then hear the improvements in your system once removed! Can't tell you how many times I've heard audiophiles say this.  
Power Conditioners
Don't bother with the cheap conditioners IMO