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Joshua Tree
http://www.amazon.com/Joshua-Tree-U2/dp/B000J234QG/ref=pd_bbs_sr_3/102-6810913-9317727?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1180883068&sr=8-3 
Joshua Tree
I doubt it is a lot better. Look for a remastered version, it will probably sound better. 
Has B&K Stopped Servicing the ST-140?
I don't know what might be in the amp that is not available today. There should be many repair centers around that could repair it. Capacitors will lose their ability to charge after a long period of time and an old amp will have the same old capa... 
The best mini monitors you have heard?
I don't know but there are reviews on Chario's website. I think the Serendipity is the replacement since it is in the Academy line. http://www.chario.it/prods.php?lang=1 
The best mini monitors you have heard?
It is hard to find the jrs. but there was a pair for sale on audiogon a few weeks ago. Chario still makes excellent speakers though. 
The best mini monitors you have heard?
You don't see many Charios in the US. They are very fine in my opinion. They are not great in the bass dept. They only go down to 50hz or so. My room is pretty big and they are out in the room quite a ways so I use a sub with them. They are only 4... 
MC TRANSFORMERS VS TUBE PRE PRE
It is often the case that hich output MCs just don't sound as good as the lower output versions. 
The best mini monitors you have heard?
Nice speakers Jaybo. Here's a pic of mine from the Savant site.http://www.savantaudio.com/academ3j.html 
What are the difference between CLASS A and PURE
It's the same. Just marketing. 
Channel Seperation Issues
The only thing that comes to mind is where the xover point is for the side mounted woofers for the Audio Physics. If the point is too high, the side mounted drivers may be diffusing the upper bass therefore mixing the left and right somewhat. I wo... 
long cue times for cd.
Maybe it just needs cleaning. But it could be the laser. 
The best mini monitors you have heard?
Which Charios do you have Jaybo? I have the Academy III Jrs. Love'em 
Channel Seperation Issues
I don't understand the problem. Shouldn't the bass be equal from both speakers? Lower bass notes are non-directional. 
Krell Service
Patrick Bresnahan is the correct spelling. 
MC TRANSFORMERS VS TUBE PRE PRE
I have a Counterpoint SA-9 and have resisted having the same upgrade you had done because even though it may become quieter, I was afraid of it not sounding as good. I am glad to hear from someone who knows. The SA-9 has plenty of gain and sounds ...