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WHAT BEST FORUM
+1 https://www.whatsbestforum.com/ working fine in the USA. 
Looking for Reliable resource ?
My "GO TO" has always and forever will be Craigslist! Best of the lot. YMMV:>) 
Your favorite 'concept' album
Mannheim Steamroller Fresh Aire 7. Chip Davis does an excellent job of putting together pieces that all relate to or are based upon the number VII. Excellent demo disc as well for testing a system. 
VCR playback glitch
What is a VCR?  I slightly remember people using those late in the 20th century..... 
Flat screen between speakers, again.
a lot of good ideas to try listed above. I did something similar by making a "slip cover" for the tv made from heavy fleece and acoustic foam. Basically it is a big pocket. Very simple to make and I do not sew for a living:>)   *does it make a ... 
Early Faint "Phantom" Turntable/Vinyl Signal???
Tape bleed comes through very clearly on "Just a little lovin' " by Shelby Lynne  when she sings "This old world...." 
Best Power Cable for Luxman D-08u SACD player.
I have had several systems built around Verastarr cables. Highly recommend them based upon my own experience, plus hearing them at many shows with many different types of associated equipment. Always seem to get great reviews. 
Trade off? New vs used
UH, UMMMM, you are on a website that exists for people to buy and sell New and Pre-owned gear! Plus you are asking the same people who buy and sell their equipment here for advise. You're Funny:>) 
music file storage/playback suggestions please
creating an instant playlist is great on the fly if you do not want to listen to the entire CD when you select it from the 'Play Now' list. I use JRiver and iTunes. 
Trade off? New vs used
It all comes down to how it sounds to You! In your case you could try both and return the new if within stated time frame or re-sell the preowned unit. 
Never Used -- in Sealed Box
Just a quick observation that I am guilty of. I have several pieces that are indeed new in box and have never been put into my system. The reason, I wanted a replacement that mated with my tastes and I new I would be happy with regardless of futur... 
1st Album you Ever Owned?
"The Best of Bread" - Bread. Loved so many of the songs and their sound. Started playing guitar so I could impress a girl by playing "If" and "Make it with You" & "Guitar Man".  
Advice on CD transport
Maybe slightly off topic. Is there a really good transport (excluding PSA), that will read CD and SACD discs that I can send the data to a DSD capable DAC via USB or Coax? 
Help with TT ideas for my first TT
@kro77  I sent you a PM today. 
Looking to buy an inexpensive home entertainment center or shelves for gear, CD and LPs
Where are you located, May have a lead?