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Alternatives to Brick and Mortar
I couldn't agree with you more. In the old days I worked for a company that sold systems starting at $399 for speakers, turntable cartridge, and receiver. To be a dealer today you need to stock $120,000 speakers, 50K amps..... 
Why the truth is not in them ??
MillerAfter reading Steven Covey's book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and Jordan Peterson's book 12 Rules For Life, I can state unequivocally that I will never read another self help book from some pompous arse. If you listen to Peterson... 
Harbeth 30.1 or 40.1
I don't think you would need a sub with either. The 40's will blow more air which might be not more but much more then you would want. With the Harbeth what you get is a special midrange that in itself is very satisfying. Hook em up to a sweet sou... 
2way vs 3way speakers: different or is one "better"
The beauty of a book shelf speaker is the small cabinet which can really make the " box " disappear. I am reluctant to recommend a three way in a bookshelf. If you go with a bookshelf make sure the midrange is really satisfying, if it is you won't... 
which speakers should I buy?
I would have to say yes...you should. 
Is there a Solid State amp that can satisfy a SET guy?
Bricasti makes very nice amplifiers that to my ear come very close. A deHavilland Mercury 3 would add to the spaciousness and I hear no electronic noise.  
Should people who can't solder, build or test their speakers be considered audiophiles?
One of the symptoms of  covid 19 is on display.   
More Power or use subwoofer to boost bass for music
I guess I would ask " how is the mid range " ? 
Religious music for less than devout
One of my favorites was Ry Cooder singing Jesus is on the Main Line Tell Him What You Want.  
speakers for listener with Tinnitus
I am blessed with Tinnitus but don't think that accounts for all the horrible sounds that todays speaker manufactures are hyping as the " Best Speaker" ever made. On the elevator at the RMAF two guys were in my opinion correctly defining the sound... 
Harry Pearson
"Go to Heaven for the climate, Hell for the company."Mark TwainNot sure where he is headed but I know I would enjoy his company and I don't think I will be in Heaven. 
Phono preamp or cartridge - which to upgrae first
If you are looking to upgrade your phono stage check out the Zesto Audio Andros. I liked it very much. Very much. To upgrade your cartridge the Transfiguration would be a great step up. 
Should I finish my basement
I would carpet the floors and finish the walls with drywall. I used some 5' X 9' throw rugs and put them on a couple of walls to reduce reflections. I nailed some carpet tack strip on the wall at 16" OC and hung the rugs from the tack strip. Added... 
Need portable speakers for travel
PeterPolymerm Audio has a nice set of speakers that you could travel with. http://polymeraudio.com/systems/polymer-master/ 
Should I finish my basement
I used to have a pretty damn good hi end room at the RMAF in a hotel room. No reason why you can't do it in your basement.