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What is a NOS 6SN7 tube with these tube testers??
Sugarbrie, you can at least specify the order of results at Audio Asylum. The function is near the bottom of the search specification area. 
Creative and cheap DIY turntable/tonearm tweaks
Atma-Sphere offers a tonearm wrap for resonance control. Atma-Sphere Arm Wrap 
New batch of Albert Porter's cryo treated Hubbells
I definitely want 4, I am away from home for a couple more days. 
Loudspeaker DIY Kits any suggestions???
I bet these are good. Shamrock Audio 
New batch of Albert Porter's cryo treated Hubbells
Has anyone compared these to Acme Audio outlets? If so, how do they compare? 
Turntable tuning tips from Lloyd Walker...
Sorry, I usually preview my posts when adding a link. I was in a bit of a hurry today.Tuning Tips 
Opinions of Near loudspeakers
Troyoy, if you would like to take things up another notch try the Marigo Audio dynamic driver bands on the basket arms of the woofers (more detailed and dynamic bass). I also like the Marigo dots on the drivers (more palpable images). Definitely w... 
Anyone hear new Antique Sound Labs "Hurricane"?
Does anyone know how long the KT88 tubes last in this amp? What does it cost to replace a set? I am not looking to purchase, but having read the TAS review I became curious as to what it costs to keep these things up and running. It would seem to ... 
Records are better. I actually heard it
My daughter (10 at the time) thought so too. 
Unsettled and considering changing stuff
Install some Marigo tuning dots on your walls and perhaps your windows. They can be painted to match your wall color and are not very visible at all. They should make your sound more involving in addition to other benefits. You will be more and mo... 
$2000 CDP for Rock Music????
Contact Ric Schultz at EVS and check out his mods to SACD players. I know he is excited about the Marantz 862.Electronic Visionary Systems website 
Looking for isolation suggestions...
Hpshps, I am waiting for a modified Pioneer transport before getting too involved with tuning this unit. I do have Ganymede V.C.S. roller bearings under my current transport. As for the digital cable I am currently using a Stealth Fineline Mk II. ... 
How important is tuning?
It is my experience that as my system becomes more resolving much greater attention to tuning is required. 
Opinions of Near loudspeakers
I can see where the upper frequencies could be a problem for some systems/rooms, but I have a bright room and was able to tame them with tweaks and tuning. This, however, might be more trouble than some are willing to put up with. I had mine sound... 
Upgrade Sota Saphire vs. Buy New Turntable
Since you already have an excellent table and arm why not put your upgrade budget into a new cartridge alone? Or better yet, a new cartridge and some room treatment products. I recommend considering Marigo room treatment dots. They will improve dy...