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Best LP cleaner fluid for fingerprints
I have found that the Vinyl Zyme Gold cleaner (formerly sold by Bugtussel,now by TTVJ) removes fingerprints the best. 
CD Players with digital "in" capabilities
The Musical Fidelity TriVista player also offers a digital input. 
Solid State Phono Preamp.
I absolutely love the EAR 324P. Ultra quiet, dynamic, natural sound. 
Linn Upgrades
The LP12 rumor has been circulating for a few months now. I heard that the upgrade may consist of a one piece carbon fiber subchassis and tonearm board. 
AR ref2 mk1 or ref 3
I now own and Ref3 and previously auditioned the Ref2, MkII. The Ref3 is much better than the earlier models, especially in terms of bass control and more extended treble. 
Any experience with the Audio Research PH7?
I think the relative lack of gain and having only one set of inputs limits the PH7's appeal. 
Kill Top End Extension - All Silver Ribbon Cables
If your cables are the same as before you started changing other things, how can you logically blame them for the loss of extension? Why don't you try going back to your original valves and amp and change one variable at a time? That is the only w... 
Need a list of TT with arms and motors seperate
The Red Point tables are rumored have some serious reliability issues. Teres' prices have risen sharply over the past few years, and I don't think any of their models actually isolate the tonearm from the platter on a seperate base. There's little... 
best Direct TV HD receiver
I've tried many HD receivers, and the Sony SAT-HD300 is by far the best. Sadly, it's no longer available, and used units command a premium price. The HD DVR "TIVO" from DirecTV is slow and clunky and the reliability is questionable. I agree that t... 
Has any body heard the Lyra SKALA?
I think the Linn Akiva is a substantial improvement over a Helikon on an LP12. It's at the same price point as the Skala, and they're both made by Lyra. 
I need HELP with my LP12 based system
I always love back-handed complements from LP12 bashers. The LP12 is still the deck to which all other tables are compared, and it has certainly stood the test of time. Anyway, I'd start by having your LP12 tuned-up by your local dealer as subopti... 
what is good music?
What you enjoy. 
passive equalizers
You might try an 80s vintage Kenwood or Pioneer equalizer with lots of flashing LED level meters. They're awesome dude! 
Watt Puppy 8 vs. Zu Definition
I don't think the Watt Puppy 8s are available yet. Zu has no U.S. dealers. I doubt you'll find anyone who has really heard both in good circumstances. 
Zu on Zu
Sean,I appreciate your post, and I think your cables are great. I hope to hear the speakers sometime.