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UPGRADE FROM VPI SCOUTMASTER
I have a Superscoutmaster/3D 2nd pivot/Classic Platter/replaced the feet with Bearpaws (very large brass cones).....haven't heard better.  Was just listening to Moody Blues - Days of Future Passed, and enjoying the lyrics. 
Noise from phono. Help please.
try plugging into different wall outlets.  ...I've noticed big differences in performance with an outlet on the other side of the room. Go figure. I use balanced...dead quiet, even with the volume control all up. 
Professional Turntable Setup ( Chicago area NW suburbs )
Mornightstar.....why would you post that without knowing my abilities in this regard???   If you checked any of the tables that I worked on and found errors...then you can post.  I say again....I too often have seen setups that were wrong... many ... 
Turntable Mat question
no mat for me.... VPI Classic platter 
Doug Schroeder Method, Double ic
I'm using Doug's method....gave up silver (expensive) cables ...his sound better in my system to me.  (all Ayre/Vandersteen system) 
Turntable Mat question
All record mats sound different from each other....you can make your own easily by cutting a disc from cardboard, linoleum, anything.  If you like the results fine, if not, keep listening. 
Increasing gain for your vinyl front end when pre-amp doesn't quite have enough juice
Have you had your hearing checked recently?  ..not trying to be nasty...just seems you should have enough gain. 
Who Makes A Good Duplex Wall Outlet
I'm using Maestro and like them very much.....I have great respect for Furutech.....use their IEC and wall plugs. 
Professional Turntable Setup ( Chicago area NW suburbs )
...good information, but I'd recheck it myself.  I've seen too many pros with too many errors. 
Best way to spike a large tower ( 100 lbs +)
I have Vandersteen 5A's....they are spiked on a Travertine tile/cement floors.   Tried those easy slide footers....ruined the sound....a very large step backward. 
DIFFICULT PROBLEM WITH A REPAIR SERVICE-
Too bad....such aggrivation 
Vandersteen vlr or excite x14i have bith
I would agree with rbischoff 
Lost all hearing in one ear, is it worth upgrading speakers?
Only you can make that decision.  None of us can appreciate your deprivation.  
Chinese fake cables How fake, how good?
I tried a full set of Weils with my system....they were a big step backwards. ....gave them back. 
Chinese fake cables How fake, how good?
China steals everything....that's why Leitheiser has such a difficulty making a trade deal.