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Dayton Audio SA 1000 subwoofer amp - repair
There`s no work around for repairs or parts other than figuring out what all is bad and fixing it yourself. They don`t service them they replace them AFAIK  The amps don`t have a very good reputation IMO I went to a Crown XLS. I might put the D... 
What Power Amplifier Should I Buy?
Get a second HSU sub no matter what. Get one before making an amp change because two-four subs is where you want to be. I`ve heard the Revel 208`s many times used with 3 HSU subs. Running the subs up to 120 Hz is only going to muffle/muddy the b... 
Dayton Audio SA 1000 subwoofer amp - repair
Mine simply died. Looked inside and saw some spatter and some black burnt looking tiny parts on one of the 'cards' not sure what all is blown. Even though it`s still in production they won`t sell any parts to make repairs. Parts Express were NOT... 
Rega Planar 3 upgrades
The Grovetracer sub platter is money well spent, you`ll be amazed at how quiet your albums will sound too.    
Are REL the most Musical Subs?
 HSU ULS-15 subs are musical for sure. Sealed 15"    
Anybody here buy a cartridge from 'highendbroker' ?
@mulveling Mike you`re a treasure trove of information ! Very helpful and thanks again. @jsd52756   John   
Anybody here buy a cartridge from 'highendbroker' ?
@mulveling  Thanks Mike, that`s the kind of feedback I`m looking for  I know you`ve had some nice cartridges, curious where the Frog Gold would sit if you were to rank it vs others you`ve had ? Btw...my buddy is thoroughly happy with the Winfeld... 
Anybody here buy a cartridge from 'highendbroker' ?
Yes, I was asking about highendbroker that advertises here. Thanks for the replies so far, much appreciated !  
Anybody here buy a cartridge from 'highendbroker' ?
@rsf507 I understand that for sure. Just looking to see what members here have experienced. They (highendbrokers) offer a warranty, but, I`m not sure it`s worth much if it isn`t factory backed.  
Class D Option For Bass
https://www.crownaudio.com/en-US/product_families/xls-drivecore-2-series  
Speakers 10 years old or older that can compete with todays best,
I don`t know about competing with "todays best" but my Revel F52`s sound pretty ok to me.    
Which has a greater influence on sound quality, the amp or the preamp?
@mbmi I get all of that using my passive (battery powered for pitch black backgrounds) with a tube phono stage and SS amps.   
Which has a greater influence on sound quality, the amp or the preamp?
@inna Yes, I agree most do, but that doesn`t mean much really. Can you explain the "less refined presentation" part ?  
Which has a greater influence on sound quality, the amp or the preamp?
@inna Not me, I'm very happy with my Tortuga Audio LDR Passive Preamp. It lets me hear what`s in the recording without adding any unneeded flavoring. Crystal clear sounding, never needs warming up either. Very easy to hear changes like rolling t... 
How often, and how, do you clean your stylus?
I use a thin sliver of ME and very, very lightly brush back to front one or two times  after each side. Been doing it this way for over 15 years now.