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Speaker Suggestions?
How about a jm lab Utopia .One on this site now.From what I have read these are up there with the best... 
Tube amp for rock? Newb Questions
I can tell you that i found a like new pair ( church benefit ) of Klipsch KG4 loudspeakers.These things can boogy with the best of them .Not sure what the Market value is but If I were you I wouldn't rule out any on the Klipsch speakers mentioned.... 
I only need 1 more duplex receptacle
Check with Robert at Ridge street Audio and ask about his Bloom Box, Worked wonders for me same situation... 
Tube preamp suggestions.
Sp11mk2 - if you want a classic Audio Research 
Bowling alley lane wood for component tables?
How about bowling shoes for feet !!!!!!!!! Sorry 
Cleaning Amplifier & other gears
I found a bath towel after showering is just the right dampness/softness. It does a great job and leaves no residue.May sound funny but works the best for me... 
Any information about the Classe 5L pre-amp?
I owned a Classe5 many years ago and thought it was a quite nice peice.Sound was "tube like" .A touch on the dark side (but not much ) Very smooth and listenable. The only problem i can see is the age of the peice.Though made to last a long time ,... 
need help troubleshooting
Check you connections first. Could have something connected wrong? 
RidgeStreetAudio Poiema 3 IC'S?
Have to agree with Jaguar.Anything Ridge Street Audio does is Exceptional all the way. Robert refuses to be unlike everyone else! I have been using his cables from the start..Very pleased customer.Great guy to deal with too! 
Best integrated or receiver w/phono for $1K?
How about a vintage Marantz. These peices are built to last and sound great. Under $500 for most all pieces that have been gone through by a qualified tech. Check out Larry ( owner ) at hwdsound.com Great guy and usually has some peices at home th... 
Harmon Kardon hk870, 825 help please
Check the fuses first! Sounds like a simple issue here.Its very unlikely that all peices are down working at the same time. Be patient and try one pice at a time on another existing system. 
Best rock song of all times
Smoke on the water! " Deep Purple " 
Top Notch affordable? speakers for 30 watt Amp
I am using the Thor Audio 30 watt tube monos on my Kharma 1.0 loudspeakers and they have "plenty" of everything you need to drive them ... 
Marantz Receiver Service
Try Larry at hwdsound.com ( owner of hollywood sound ) He is a very knowledgable/honest person who also sells vintage stuff and maybe can help you out. He sold me a very nice Vintage Marrantz 2238 . Great guy to deal with too... 
Anyone here using vintage speakers?
JBL 200 studio masters and Klipsch KG4 both very good and reliable!