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Tubes for Primaluna DiaLogue Premium HP
There are a zillion tube comparisons/reviews online, where you can get an idea of what your ears MIGHT agree with, but only your ears should be the judge. Gold Lion reissues are a popular new tube. Higher priced than other new tubes. "Sublime, s... 
Tubes for Primaluna DiaLogue Premium HP
The 2 inermost 12Au7 are what you want to experiment with. Save your money. It can be noticeable to very subtle. YMMV. KT77/El34  are known for the midrange. You may hear less  bass compared with the KT 120 Been listening to a PLHP for 8 years.... 
Linn LP12 turntable
signaforce, I made that comment based on you're getting the Linn with all the upgrades. It's at a level that warrants spending on a nice cart /phonstage Rega Aria appears to get good reviews and a top rating for its price point. A decent tube ... 
NEW Tekton Design Speakers - The Bonnevilles
jrareform, Having heard the D.I’s in past, and reading user reviews of other Tekton product qualified my opinion of the unheard Bonneville. Seriously, for a negotiable $7K difference, why settle when you could hear/appreciate aesthetics? There m... 
Linn LP12 turntable
The top 3 polarizing/contentious have now been mentioned in the thread. Linn, Rega and VPI. Hopefully, the OP follows his ears/wallet to his "Goldilocks" table. Just don't cheap out on the cart and phonostage!  
NEW Tekton Design Speakers - The Bonnevilles
"if i was a millionaire i think i'd buy them." Whoever buys these, needs their millionaire status pulled. You can buy them now. They are $15K for the pair. A price comparable to an average, performance speaker. https://tektondesign.com/product/... 
Linn LP12 turntable
Perhaps in the top 3 of polarizing table brand/models? The times I’ve heard one- very nice. Go on an internet forum, you’ll find both satisfied users/more haters Trust your own ears, and use the best phono stage/cartridge the budget will allow.... 
NEW Tekton Design Speakers - The Bonnevilles
Anytime I see a "new Tekton..." tread I cringe. Reminds me of that weird dude. Regarding the actual speaker-yawn  
Where's the next weak link in my analog chain?
"I was strongly considering selling the 20/20 to get a Chinook SE while they are on clearance." Your table/SS phonostage is solid. A tube phonostage could be a more profound change than what been suggested. Naturally, YMMV.  
Tone Arm Lifter
repeluso- 1300G looks like it may be the one I may consider for a reasonably priced DD. I will be looking for your comments on performance. The only thing I see concerning is the possibility of that short spindle not allowing for a reflex type ... 
Tone Arm Lifter
Perhaps this? https://www.littlefwend.com/  
Is Subwoofer Elevation a Viable Option?
" am very pleased with the results, but some questions keep nagging me." Audio Nervosa alive and well in 2025. Instead, sit back and enjoy the music.  
HumminGuru vs.Degritter
rvpiano,   Based on your HB purchase thread, you seemed satisfied with the unit. If the HB silenced LPs in the past, what's changed?  What performance  traits of the HB are you find as shortcomings? I  
Is anyone here still into live concerts these days?
I could care less about prices. It's always the guy in front of me who has to record the event on his phone that makes a live event a no go. So much for "living the moment."  
Some thoughts on dust covers
"think you have completely missed one of the most important and appreciated ..." bimmerlover- Actually,  I'm an LP disciple/bin diver/original press weirdo. I just make fun of my own obsession with the entire process. Currently enjoying a STRO...