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Strange turntable/speaker issue
Get yourself a KAB Rumble Filter for $179.00 and be done with the problem.  
What are the top 3 dream speakers you wanna buy next regardless of price?
Since I have 2 systems, the Rockport Lyra for my main rig and the MBL101e for my office system.  I also would want a pair of the new JBL L100 with stands to just fool around with  low wattage amps. 
Whats playing on your system today?
The Who, “View From A Backstage Pass”  On digitalVan Halen, “Van Halen”  HDCD  on digital 
The Music Room
I just completed my third transaction with TMR. I had a McIntosh MC 152 amp I was going to list here for $2500.00. On a whim, I contacted TMR about trading in my amp towards a McIntosh MC 302 amp. I was offered $2500.00 for my amp towards the MC 3... 
Going linear - The Luxman 507ux
It’s all part of the break in process.  It will open up again.   
Stage III Concepts Cables - Any Advice/Feedback/Thoughts is deeply appreciated.
I never heard of the cables you are auditioning, but if the Solution amp which is already extremely expensive needs cables that cost in the upper 4 figures to 5 figures, I would pass on them.  I just can't see why a piece of wire would cost 8K or ... 
MORE Esoteric problems
This post scares me as I have an Esoteric UX 3 Player.  It works perfectly at present but the thought of spending 1600 just for shipping gives me pause.  
A Shockingly Straightforward Query
I heard the Carver 350 amps at the 2017 RMAF and they sounded wonderful and very engaging.  The power was effortless. I think the Theta is a digital amp.  If I am right, the Carver 350 would definitely be the better sounding amp.  
McIntosh mc275
Is there a switch on the amp to use the triggers or not?  If there is, it’s probably in the wrong position  
My Personal Gift The Luxman PD-171 A Turntable.
Congratulations on your good health and congratulations on your new turntable.  I hope you get many years of listening pleasure. 
Whats playing on your system today?
Roger Waters, "Amused To Death"   SACD 
Solid platforms or speaker stands for JBL L65s?
Music Direct sells stands for the JBL L100 speakers that should work perfectly with the L65.  They tilt the speaker back at an angle to disperse the highs.  The stands are made by JBL.  
Whats playing on your system today?
Pink Floyd, “DSOTM”   SACD 
Emotiva Repair
What kind of a company is that who won’t work on their own equipment when the warranty expires? Did you ask them who can repair it? 
Whats playing on your system today?
David Gilmour, "Live At Pompeii"    180gram vinyl