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Bakersfield CA or Kern County?
Fresno, CA not many of us around here 
Line Magnetic 518ia - How Much Heat Does It Produce?
I just upgraded from a Jolida JD302CRC (50 Watts) I used EL34,and KTT7 power tubes (matched quartet) and in my normal sized living room it was not a problem. Watchful with pets and children as it was open chassis with pretty tubes glowing. My new ... 
Valuing a collection of music (LPs and CDs)
I have huge vinyl collection, CD, DVD, EP'2, 45's    etc. (3500 Lps) I would go with discogs DIY option. There is music collection cataloging software available as well. 
Choosing a Network Player/DAC
I have 3-5 terabytes on HDD most Hi-RES , and a vinyl playback system as well. I added a Cambridge Azur 851n  which works as streamer, DAC, and preamp. I use it as preamp for Jolida vacuum tube amp in bypass mode. The sound is amazing. Way over 70... 
Sacramento, California
Any fellow audio enthusiast in San Joaquin Valley. I'm in Fresno into audio, vinyl, digital, antique radio/audio, tubes, turntables......etc. 
Cambridge Audio Azur 851N
This is an old question but I added an Cambridge Audio 851N to my system about a month ago and  what an improvement. I replaced my Jolida Glass Fx DAC with the 851n. I use it as a preamp with my Jolida vacuum tube amp in bypass mode. The results a...