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Sound bar turns off every 25 minutes but why?
How are you connecting the Video from the Oppo to the TV?Component of HDMI? If HDMI it could be that the Oppo is actually doing the shutting down of the audio, since it sees that HDMI in use, have you checked you Audio output settings in the Oppo? 
LP12 upgrades
I think you are on the right track. I know that just having the suspension set correctly can make a world of difference. These LP12's require a very delicate balance on the suspension to sound their best. You can add a number of upgrades, but if n... 
LP12 upgrades
If you haven't had it tuned by a Linn dealer recentley, you might start there. If the suspension isn't adjusted correctly and a reputable Linn dealer hasn't gone through the table you could be missing out on a better sound from your table as it is... 
Is it just me?
Mood, the day you had, the quality and quantity of wine consumed, fatigue, etc... 
Bands where U say
Not a Band but a duet- David and DavidTheir debut album is one of my fav's. 
DirecTV HD reciever Digital output
Tubeears, thank you for your response and suggestions. I tried a Arcam rDAC and there wasn't enough difference to warrant the change. I think a tubed DAC may bring results that I may like. However the game has changed a little bit. I bought a Sono... 
How Good Is A Marble Slab at Deadening Vibration
I have always heard Maple not marble. Something to absorb not reflect. 
What do you use to check for brightness?
One CD that comes to mind that has some high notes that can be overly piercing is Roger Waters Radio KAOS. I love the recording but some notes can make it easy to detecta cable, equipment or speakers characteristics (spell check). 
best snack for listening?
Cheetos. Except my remotes are all orange.... 
Johnny Clegg
Yes a great musician. He has really earned more recognition than he gets. He has a very interesting history and has had a journey reflected in his music. 
Ray Manzarek RIP
Sad to read. A great addition to the sound of the rock era of the Doors. As a local DJ mentioned when he made the announcement "Keith Richards outlasted yet another" 
What brand did you leave Rega for?
I went from a P25 full decked out with upgrades to a LP12 that has had some upgrades as well. I like the table but am hesitating to do any more upgrades. I have been looking at other tables but no direction yet. Actually I waiting to see what Rega... 
Coconut Audio $1.5 million power cord
The real bargain is the 60 for the price of one sale. 
Which to Switch: the Mac or the Act?
Keep the Mc and buy the ARC. Have heard the Ref 3 with the 402. I can only imagine that the Ref5 with a 452 would sound even better still. 
MCINTOSH MC7108 REPLACEMENT LAMPS???
When you call McIntosh to order the bulbs they will tell you how many are required. Or you may try audio classics.com as well.