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russ69

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Cartridge to turntable price ratio
Personally, I think the point of diminishing returns effects the turntable before it does the cartridge. I agree, just don't put a $5000 cart on a $300 table.   
Musical Fidelity m2si or Parasound Newclassic 200 for Dynaudio Emit 20's
Both are good amps. I have the MF M2si, good for Emit 20s, lots of muscle.   
Kimber Kable hero
Hero is a good cable, detailed but not too detailed. I prefer PBJ for a little warmer sound.   
Need help to hookup NAD 2700 amplifier and Preamp tuner 1600
Source into preamp>preamp out to amp normal in>amp to speakers.   
Want Multi-Disc CD Player Recommendations
Amazon shows an Onkyo, Integra, and a Sony changer. They all might have a different flavor but even cheap CD players can sound very good.   
Hickok 600 settings for the 6C45 tube?
I found this:  https://www.diy-audio-guide.com/support-files/6c45.pdf  
Help me upgrade my beginner system!
Yes, loudspeakers first.  
Speaker Recommendations: Corner Placement
Room corners are the wrong place for today's loudspeakers. The OHM recommendation has merit.   
Was I Expecting Too Much
 It's opinions like @russ69's that degrade the value of customer service.  Customer service is dead, and I didn't kill it. The tire kickers killed it. The shop has to make money to survive, they have bills to pay. "Investing" in a future custom... 
Rogue Audio. Reliability issues? Anyone?
@nickrobotron   Tube systems are for the hobbyists that like to be more involved with their music system. They are not for everybody. I like rolling tubes, checking bias, and keeping my systems running in top form. I have spare gear if one piece o... 
I found audio nirvana....
An audiophile is like a wine connoisseur. Audiophiles are trained listeners with high standards. On the other hand some people can't stand wine and have no clue what the fuss is all about. No shame, somebody is buying all that cheap beer.   
Was I Expecting Too Much
Tire kickers are a PIA. A busy store could be serving non-buyers all day long, it's a waste of time. The dealer was telling you how it is. Go see him when you are ready to buy. Otherwise he is making no money. I'm also not sure how you compare the... 
Class A Integrated amps
Stay two channel and look at quality integrated amps. I’d pick a Rogue Sphinx V3 for your speakers choices. P.S. I don't think any of the receivers you listed are class a.  
What to try?
I like yogiboy's suggestion.   
How To Keep Cat Off Stereo Equipment?
Cover your gear with towels.