rushfan71

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spend on the streamer or on the DAC ?
If I had to choose I'd spend the money on. DAC.However, with your budget, maybe consider a Lumin streamer/DAC. 
Best "Bang for the Buck" you have owned?
Last year I bought an immaculate pair of Klipsch Forte II for $450 from the original owner. 
Dedicated Vinyl system next upgrade?
+1 Lyra cartridge upgrade.I couldn't be happier with my newLyra Kleos.  
The most criminal practice in the speaker industry revealed!! Keep reading
Ok...I would like to chime in on this.However that is a ridiculously long post that I dont have the desire to read.Its the short and to the point (if there is one) posts about specific things related to this hobby that I come here for. 
Think fast: What would you take?
Im with Miller on this one. I would arm myself, however the hose would be my second choice if my first choice didn't keep the fire far enough away from my house.This is America and I'm not going to sit and watch it burn! 
Cartridge options going forward
The Etna is that much better than the Kleos? I own the Kleos and it's outstanding. If the Etna is that much better I would send it to Lyra for a rebuild. 
Better Cartridge/Turntable advice for old-school Hip Hop music
Im my experience, old hip hop music recordings sound like crap and your upgraded turntable set up is revealing the recording for what is. 
Better Cartridge/Turntable advice for old-school Hip Hop music
Im my experience, old hip hop music recordings sound like crap and your upgraded turntable set up is revealing the recording for what is. 
Basement listing room
If it were me I would get a streamer DAC that has a volume control and move the A21 and the towers downstairs. 
Conrad Johnson or PrimaLuna
Ive had great pleasure with my Primaluna Dialogue Premium separates which includes the HP Amplifier. I prefer it with the NOS Mullard El34's and NOS Mullard 12au7 long plates that I got from Andy at VTS.I havent had any issues with it so far.Howev... 
Speakers suggestion help
+1 on TektonI have Primaluna Dialogue Premium separates HP amp on par with the Evo 400 (8 power tubes). I have Tekton Double Impacts that extensively upgraded. The midrange gives voices, strings and horns a realistic lifelike sound.They're pretty ... 
Mint LP Best Protractor
Tablejockey, when I read about the VPI protractor not being the best option I thought the same thing. Thats why I came here to ask the experts.As far as an exercise in madness...Well, that sums up this entire hobby of ours now doesnt it? 
Mint LP Best Protractor
Miller, no bother, Im open minded and welcome any input from those with more turntable experience than I have, and I appreciate yours.Currently I only have the protractor that VPI provided. I've read it's not the best option. 
Mint LP Best Protractor
Wlutke,Would you say there is a better alignment tool for the VPI?I have a Super Prime Scout with a 10.5" JMW tonearm 
Mint LP Best Protractor
Appreciate the advice Chayro. Ironically I will be using it with a Lyra.