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Oxidation, how to prevent?
WD40 is a machine oil[petro-chemical] in a solvent carrier.Better to use a silicone based lube,Belray,Tri-flow etc. etc..Less chance of degrading things it contacts.Not to mention the smell and superior lube qualities,YMMV,Bob 
Question for Merlin VSM/ARS Sonum owners
Thinking you will like it very much so its win/win.Others will chime in shortly which is good about this place,good luck,Bob 
Question for Merlin VSM/ARS Sonum owners
Sideways move at best,YMMV 
why use a dac?
Because they cant afford 5000-8000 ones..... 
Mcintosh MC-2105 with Totem Hawk?
The 2105 is a fine amp depending on where the caps are at[age].Better than most.Have no idea where the above poster is coming from,good luck,Bob 
Looking to upgrade from Rotel 1062 integrated
Second the Rega,but recommend a Mcintosh 6300 or 6500,good luck,Bob 
Rega Saturn or Sony SCD-XA5400ES ?
Hi Top,go for the Sony.YMMV,cheers,Bob 
Thin speaker cable
Haven't heard Sean's name mentioned in years.Excuse the hijack,Bob 
Cardas Clear usb
How much E?Thanks,Bob 
looking for easy tester for kt-88, 12ax7, 12au7
At first glance I see 826 books for tubes but I didnt go further out to testers,your turn,cheers,Bob 
looking for easy tester for kt-88, 12ax7, 12au7
Lets Google and find out,cheers,Bob Going to Amazon now 
Best $2000-$3000 full range speaker?
Merlins are great and the support is first-class,good luck,Bob 
Speakers for 55 watts of EL-34 tube power ?
Merlins are special and the Company support is top-shelf,good luck,Bob 
Looking for new speakers
Second the Merlins,the best Ive had and great service also,good luck,Bob 
recommendations for tube dampers???
I also apoligize for the brief hijack.Welcome back Z,good to hear,Bob