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cartridge for rega 25,Sonic Frontiers SFP-1
The Clearaudio Aurum Beta S is considerably better than the standard Beta for only $100 more. It works well in the Rega 600 arm which comes with the Planar 25. 
2A3 amp and Spendors?
I am thinking of using the Fi 2A3 which puts out 3 watts per channel single ended.Thanks 
Best speakers for a small room? 10'X14'
Spendor 3-1s 
A good cartridge between 300.00 and 400.00
I used the Audio Technica OC-9 for several years with an LP12 and thought it was good value for the money. I found the Goldring Excel MC to be much better...you might find a pre-owned with low hours for sale in your price range. One recently sold ... 
Rega P3 / Music Hall MMF 5 or 7 Turntable decision
If you are looking for a used table try the Rega 25...should be in your price range. 
best bookshelf speaker for a Naim system
Spendor speakers match well with Naim...the 3/5s and the 3.1s are bookshelf size. 
Seperates vs Integrated
Check out the Mistral integrated at about $1100... 
Audible Illusions...GREAT SERVICE
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Cary 300SEI drive LS3/5A?
I heard LS3/As sound wonderful run by the Audio Note 300B kit amplifier...about 9 watts per channel. As I don't know your listening habits, try to hear before buying. Good Luck! 
LP playback is lacking - any ideas?
Cartridge mis-alignment in the headshell can create some of the problems you mention..is the Benz properly set up? Are you the original owner of the Akito? Could be some problems there...can't hurt to check. Good Luck! 
Audible Illusions Contact....Help
The Audible preamps all sound good but based on MY experience...DO NOT SEND YOUR EQUIPMENT TO AI FOR REPAIR...unless you have another preamp and don't need your AI back any time soon. Good Luck! 
Best speakers for classical music 2k ?
For classical listen to the Spendor 1/2 or 2/3. 1/2s occasionally show up on this site for $1200-$1600 with stands. 2/3s should be $900-$1200 on this site. 
BEL amp repairs
BEL was located in Northern California for many years and may still be there. Richard Brown is NOT an easy person to contact however, your best bet is to have a BEL dealer in your area obtain information for you (if THEY can contact the manufuactu... 
Best single-malt Scotch...
Undoubtedly Springbank...the older the better 
Who knows LA Audio C2 gold preamps
Is this a stereo preamp or is a pair of mono preamps?