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Moving from MM to MC
@chakster, like I said so many variables, which you have listed just a few. 
Moving from MM to MC
Wow a lot of variables to consider, turntable/arm, phono stages and the such but once you make the switch you will notice more realism to the music there is more of if thicker, darker, moodier. I switched from an ADC XLM II and a Grace F9R in 1978... 
Audio-Technica ART 7
@melm ,+1 
What is meant when someone says a component is lacking soul
The music is non involving and does not draw you in. 
Speaker Cable Upgrade... Advice Please
I use Acoustic Zen Hollogram lls with my Wilson Sophias, amps used with these are VTL MB125s, Quicksilver M120s and a Pass Labs XA30.5. I have used the Cardas Cross, my back up cables, with all these combinations so am familiar with their sound. P... 
How much do I need to spend to get a preamp that sounds better than no preamp?
@erik_squires  +1 
Next step: tube preamp or analog?
I am just going to ignore the equipment you listed and make the statement that many people, myself included, feel that the preamp is the most important piece of gear that you purchase and that a good decision here will pay great dividends as you b... 
Wadia 8 transport locking screw
Thanks George, that sounds like a plan. 
Please Rate These Cartridges in Best Overall Order of Sonic Importance. Recommended Arms?
@lewm , I quess he told you. 
Audible Illusions modulus 3A, what would be the next level of up grade?
I had been running an Audible Illusions MA3 for 10 years when I sent it back for some updates and repairs, I took advantage of AIs very liberal trade in policy and took possesion of the new pre 16 months later. Both pres had the John Curl phone bo... 
Missing the forest for the trees
@rar1 , I hope that whatever it is that isn't coming together for you is only a temporary thing and that you get to enjoy your system much more. Enjoy the music. Tooblue 
Trouble in Fleetwood Mac.......
@hodu +1, I too thought it was very telling that they needed two guitarist to replace LB. 
Trouble in Fleetwood Mac.......
What the hell is going on, Fleetwood Mac isn't  getting along? 
Whats playing on your system today?
Lou Reed/Rock and Roll Animal, Bruce Springsteen/Greetings From Asbury Park, Junior Kimbrough/Do The Rump! 
1K sleeper MC cart?
@invictus005, I have a Shelter 901, Shelter 501, Lyra Helikon, Koetsu Blackline and a Miyabi Standard that says you couldn't be more wrong.