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HDCP has made my processor obsolete
I can't answer that question but I can tell you I am sure it will be resolved in the future.  These digital protection schemes only work when they are compatible and fail when they are not.   Odds are there will be a fix out there soon.  If Rotel ... 
Advice for bookshelf speakers
Easy answer, as I had very similar requirements.  I found the Paradigm Atom bookshelf speakers to fit the bill.  The white ones are especially attractive and they also make a matching center channel.  When I first got them, my main speakers were i... 
Belden 83803 mains cable
I would think that cable would be ideal for digital or for any power application.  How you terminate the shield will affect the sound.  I suggest you tie the shield to the chassis and leave the other end open while the ground wire is connected at ... 
Why do I only hear popping from one speaker?
I would not think it is the cartridge, or you would be hearing it on multiple albums.  Likewise for a loose connection in the phono setup.  However, that being said, do check all the connections starting at the cartridge.  It is possible that one ... 
The Great Cartridge Shootout
I'll check out the references, & thanks for the compliments, I appreciate it!  A short update on the Shootout - Some folks prefer the ADC, some prefer the Grado setup.  They both have advantages over the other, On a side note, I am getting r... 
Will this stuff ruin my records?
The only way you will know for sure is to try it on a less desirable record.  The better it sounds after cleaning, the better the solution.   I can only think the VPI will improve its performance, not hinder it.  
Cartridge question
If there was a problem with your headshell, you wouldn't be asking this question!   I'd skip the replacement unless you know there is a problem with it.    
Shipping Magnepan 3.7i
I did some years back.  They are big enough to require truck freight.  Do make sure you get in writing how long the trip will take, Yellow Freight took 7 months to ship them back from Maggie to CA but only two weeks to get to Maggie. Do box them ... 
IC cable to address RF coming from nearby FM station
Here are some suggestions for cable clamp ferrites.  You can get them mail order from DigiKey, they are cheap really.  Note the lossy impedance ratings, so the one that is slightly more expensive is somewhat better if you buy just one.  That ratin... 
IC cable to address RF coming from nearby FM station
@converge Hi there - Yes, I had a ugly situation from my neighbor who had a very illegal CB radio with a high power transmitter.  It was bleed into my stereo to the point I could hear the conversation.   Through process of elimination, I fixed it ... 
what you think about gryphon atlantis -- i am not surprise at all anyone one with me?
I am not familiar with that speaker, but maybe it was defective.  Big speakers usually don't have a problem with bass if they are designed properly.  Likewise with the treble.  
Butcherblock Acoustics "feet" effecting sound and isolation
@blue_collar_audio_guy   I would pay attention to what carlsbad posted.  As an engineer, I can tell you that what he stated here is spot on correct.   From what you wrote, you are not isolating, you are coupling in a significant manner.  Look at ... 
Headphone amp and dac advice needed
I don't have an answer for you but I do suggest you keep it light so you can take it home with you every night.  One of the great mysteries of the universe is how good quality audio gear, when left alone, can grow legs and wander about the planet,... 
Are the Paradigm Founders 100F a big upgrade over 85F's
I am not familiar with that model but I do have several pairs of various Paradigm speakers in my home theater and they do offer very good and musical sound for a price lower than expected .  I would definitely do a good listen to them.    
Things I don‘t know
Let me see if I can answer some of your questions - 1. Polarity - It has to be in software, reversing it in hardware means all your ones become zeros and zeros become ones.  This isn't analog!   Conceivably, a bit stream could be designed for tha...