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What tubes to use for Audio Research SP-9 MkIII?
I have the MKIII and NOS tubes are the way to go. The tube near the center of the circuit board is for your cd, tuner etc. The other tube is for the phono stage, so if you don't have a turntable you'll need just one tube. No, $130 for two Siemens ... 
LAST???? Has anybody tried this?
I've used "new formula" Last for 10 years with good results and no side effects. Smoother, quieter sound. The original formula had problems with gumming up and the high frequencies would be lost. I have a few used albums treated with it and that s... 
A question I'm sure you've never heard before....
I'll second the ARC SP-9 but only the MKIII version. I have the MKII and the MKIII. The MKIII can be had for about $1000, the MKII (not bad) for $600-$800. Be forewarned that it's a warm (colored) sounding pre, ideal for taming a bright system. NO... 
Speakers for odd room. Please help
That's a tough one. I too have a small room, 13x8 and irregular shape at that. After many upgrades with poor results I nearly gave up. It turned out that reflected sound was the culprit. I hung curtains against the back wall (behind the speakers) ... 
calling all audiophiles
I have the HTS 2000 also. It's surprisingly good for everything but the power amp. Plug it into the wall.