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Has anyone tried Blue Jeans Cable LC-1 RCA IC?
Blue Jeans makes good cable....their philosophy is that cable makes no difference in sound....therefore is just "good" . Solder connections, etc. are 1st rate. 
Secondary listening systems
My secondary system is a Denon AVR X3100W with 5.1NHT speakers and then speakers in every room and around the pool. Although this system is no match for my big system (all Ayre, Vandersteen speakers, Benz LPS) it brings me great pleasure from Spot... 
Connecting the ground wire makes music less lively
oops....you said less lively with ground....sorry. 
Connecting the ground wire makes music less lively
I'm wondering if the liveliness you describe is low level noise coming through the ground connection..... 
Wall Outlet Oyaide, Furutek, Wattgate, and others
I had Porter Ports, and replaced them with Maestro.....a HUGE change for the better. 
cable reviews?
Cable reviews are useless.... all cable sounds different in different systems. Unless you have the exact components the reviewer used, you're shooting in the dark. Cardas was recommended to me for my system (all Ayre) and it was awful....go figure. 
Onkyo receiver volume problem?
The number 12 doesn't really matter....my Denon goes way more than that. I suspect the reason it doesn't get louder is that in one of those sub menus, there is a maximum number allowed to get louder. That menu should be adjusted. 
Looking for a Tuner
There are so many fabulous streaming opportunities for music that sounds so great...why would you want to capture an fm signal?? 
Devore or Harbeths to replace my ESL63s?
How small of a room? Chances are you won't get the big sound you're looking for with any speaker. Try a really good pair of earphones and dedicated amp 
Cardas clear reflection interconnect
I've heard Cardas sound good but they are awful in my system. You must audition any cable in your own system. Every cable sounds different in different systems 
Would silver cables beat UP-OCC copper?
You've got to listen with your own system....every cable sounds different in different systems. 
Any advice on a turntable mat.
My fav is the Boston Mat....but with VPI Classic Platter....just as it come 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
ZD ....Pullllese.....My speakers are 5A's.....enough jest. Richard and I spoke at length about subs, and for the vast number of 5.1 systems, almost any sub (a couple of hundred dollars worth) is fine. Yes, subs are valuable in that they allow the ... 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
You don't have to spend that much....subs are not that critical. 
Ortofon Anna or Transfuration Proteus?
i don't think there is anything better than Atlas....I would be very pleased with Aetna also.