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You'll know it when you hear it
I like this thread :) Good post. 
Tube amp to drive Tyler Decade D1's?
I have never heard a CJ tube amp but if you wanted to upgrade further, go with the Rogue 180's. For the money I think Rogue is hard to beat. Not sure how long you have had the 150's but enjoy those for awhile and have fun tube rolling. 
Ayre K-3 vs Plinius CD-LAD
I had the CD-LAD for a few years and after I changed preamps did I realize it was one of the weaker links. I agree with Pdreher. 
5751 tubes and Rogue Tempest?
Reynolds853...How did the GL 88's improve your system over the stock tubes? Were your stock tubes EH KT-90's? 
5751 tubes and Rogue Tempest?
I think the 5751's sound much better and have a LOT more focus than the 12AX7's. The 12AX7's sound fuzzy in comparison. Have not tried a 12BZ7. 
Fusion Audio Romance series cables
I concur with the review as I have the Romance 1 ic's and Impulse powercord. The ic's were the biggest improvement in my system. Your review is spot on. I am not affiliated with Fusion either but I recommend anyone to audition any of Eric's products. 
Mark Levinson 37 transport or new cdp today..?
From my understanding Levinson charges $1k upfront but if it cost less to fix it then they refund the difference or if it cost more then the $1k goes toward the repair. I was told this by a Levinson service tech a few years ago. They were very hel... 
Girlfriend's mom threw my Cardas out with trash
Red Flag already...Tell me you dumped the broad? :) 
Tube amp to drive Tyler Decade D1's?
Try the Rogue's IMO. You can also tube roll which makes it fun. They are not a ton of money and they always resell rather quickly. Plus I know and Ty knows Rogue sounds great with his speakers. 
More hifi in TV ads
Yes I think vinyl is getting more "awareness" in the younger crowd or by those who's dads were into it. I hope so because 2 channel is so cool. 
More hifi in TV ads
FOX news is the complete opposite of other channels because they are conservative and not Liberal bias like ALL other channels are. If you don't like FOX is mainly because you are a Liberal and enjoy giving away this country which is happening at ... 
Tube amp to drive Tyler Decade D1's?
What is your budget? I have Ty's D4's and using a Rogue Tempest II with good success. My last speaker was Ty's Linbrook Signatures and I had on loan for about 3 months a BAT VK55 tube amp mated with a VK5i. It didn't have the slam or quite the dyn... 
power conditioners
Might want to add Running Springs to your list. 
SA11 S2 SACD player. I'm listening to more CDs
I don't find it at all edgy. In fact, quite the opposite. 
6SN7 Tung Sol Reissue Mullard 12AX7 any comments?
I agree that the older tubes do sound better. Have not heard the new Shuggie Treasures but from what I am hearing they are awesome. Not sure I can afford them but maybe one day I can catch a good deal. I agree with Gonzalo with his list of favorit...