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computer audio ground loop hum--any suggestions?
Your welcome. Great "moniker"! 
older hi-end tube tv recommendations.....and hdtv.
GReat to hear that the Loewe Aconda displays SD well. The only complaint I have (which is significant) is that the Loewe 30" 16:9 Planus that I own is NOT GREAT w an SD signal. It makes standard DVDs look fantastic w its built in de-interlacer via... 
Running dedicated AC mains .... need advice ....
Can't comment on the technical issues, but I would check w the local building inspector about hard-wiring the items w/o wall receptacles. It probably does not meet code and could be an issue w your insurance co. if (god forbid) you ever have a fir... 
Who can convert single ended to balanced?
Jim Thiel???? 
small audio/video system for elderly space
Linn Classik Movie or Arcam Solo all in one w a wall mounted plasma or LCD. 5 NHT superzeros and a sub. The superzeros can easily be wall mounted. 
computer audio ground loop hum--any suggestions?
Can you try reversing the plug (flipping it 180)?Also try re-dressing the cables. My usual suspect (coax CATV) seems to be in clear on this one. 
older hi-end tube tv recommendations.....and hdtv.
Loewe is about the best you can get, Panny Tau also v. good. Some Loewe's could display 480p but some were also able to display true HD (not sure if it was 720p or 1080i. Big, heavy, expensive, but to die for PQ. 
car amplifier question 2 or 4 ?
they are telling you what the output power is into a certain load. Many solid state amps will deliver more power into a 4 ohm load than 8, often a doubling of power. but at a certain point the amp is not able to deliver sufficient current and may ... 
Joule-Electra Destiny mono blocks, Opinions?
FWIW, my VZN-80 takes about 10 minutes to warm up to where the output tubes will pass the requisite voltage to bias correctly. The small signal tubes have a small current passing all the time. 
Anyone using the Transistor Research LabsM 225's
And what did you find out, Clio? 
sacd interconnects
You only need 6 pairs of ICs if you want to run multi-channel. 
I would appreciate some speaker suggestions
Pls help us help you w detail about your amplification, room size, and musical tastes. 
10 Levels of Turntable Mastery
Dan- we were fine here, not even a blip! Glad to hear you are back up. 
10 Levels of Turntable Mastery
Hey Dan- does this mean you've got the lights and heat back, too! 
Joule-Electra Destiny mono blocks, Opinions?
There is no question in my mind that J-E amps get the soul of the music. If the emotional/artistic content is as impt to you as it is to me (#1, IMO) you will love the J-E amps!!