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Star Technologies, Sistrum Stands and Audio Points - are they still in busienss ?
The customer should not have to repeatedly chase down a manufacture for a response.  The OP just wanted a simple status update and when pressed, he got an info commercial response.  
Top ten American composers/songwriters
Foster, as in David Foster......he’s a Canadian also.  Perhaps the OP meant North American 
Herron VTPH-2 MC Loading Plugs
Why not just call Keith? Have him send you some. Because all that stuff matters, and Keith has good plugs, resistors... and solder, which you didn't mention but matters. Also if you tell Keith your cartridge and taste in sound he can probably ... 
Herron VTPH-2 MC Loading Plugs
Thank you very much Al! 
How to clean inside Amps and PreAmps
Don’t use compressed air around moving parts like rotary controls etc as the compressed air can drive dust particles deep inside the unit.  You can use a low pressure anti-static vacuum brush to evacuate the dust.  These are commonly used in the c... 
KR Audio repair
Call your local fire department and see who they use.  Kidding aside, the circuit is quite simple and most competent techs can service the amps.  Have you tried contacting KR Audio USA  https://www.kraudiousa.com/index.php 
Pop up ad blocker?
I use Kasperski Total Security which includes an ad blocker which works very well.  The only downside is that it somehow blocks the Audiogon "New Today Listing" banner on the front page.  Anyone else experiencing this?  
Sleep timer
If you are prone to falling asleep while listening to music, simply program a wake up call on your smart phone.   
Are aftermarket power cords required to be UL / CE approved?
Do you call your insurance agent for audio advice?  
Rectifier For Cary SLP 05
The Mullard GZ37 is too tall for the Cary SLP-05.   
Rectifier For Cary SLP 05
The 5R4GY is not a drop in replacement for the 5AR4/GZ34 as they have different electrical properties.  As to can you use a 5R4GR tube in your Cary, you will need to ask Cary.  The Mullard GZ34 is considered one of the best rectifier tubes you... 
What would you say is THE MOST important factor to good imaging?
Balance control knob 
Anyone else grateful that they got hooked on this crazy addiction
My son gets that same feeling and experience when he comes home and listens to iphone and headphones with 1000 of songs at his finger tips.  I am thankful for the music, but I see your point. 
Playing Vinyl in a Cold Room
@millercarbon wrote If you're going that way: below. Heat risesThe plinth would act as an insulator, therefore, you are better off having the light bulb above the table so that the electromagnetic radiation has a direct line to cartridge.   
Upgrade Krell KSA 250 to what?
Yes, spending $2500 to service a present value $2500 amp does not make sense from a re-sale point of view, but if you factor in the utility and joy it will bring you for the many years to come, it can be easily justified.