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Cleaning VPI platter
i use rubbing alcohol solution , but steve's advice is good too 
Lehman Black Cube or Grado PH-1 Preamp
I like the grado, I owned one for a while and had no complaints... 
Rowland vs. SimAudio
I think you will find the sonics very different. Rowland much warmer, with inner detail in spades but not as exciting and vivid a presentation as the simaudio. 
Anyone into GOMEZ?
gomez kick ass. british band with americana sound. I believe you are talking about the song "how we operate" on their new album, which doesn't hold a candle to the older stuff. I think Bring it On and Liquid Skin are their best albums. 
Has anyone heard the Magico Mini?
the magicos are very impressive... 
Guns N' Roses - Appetite For Destruction MFSL
Get the universal EU pressing lp out right now, it sounds excellent, much better than the regular cd I have. I have not heard the mfsl cd, however I have found most I own to be marginal, not large improvements over the standard counterpart. The ex... 
Your favorite song from a RECENT cd release?
rosetta stoned from 10k days. lyrics are hilarious, music is kick a##. 
Question on loading and interconnects
Thank you all for your responses, very much appreciated...especially the circuits-for-dummys type site.Raul - I have no "problem" with the cart, just a desire to try more loading values. Of the four available on the phono boards the 400ohm is cert... 
Best sounding system for under $10k
I would bet that a lot of members will respond saying their system is teh best under $10k...that's what I'd say. Of course that is the result of years of tuning to the sonic traits I seek. 
Best Totems on a bookshelf???
I am using the mites in my theater and love them, but have not used them on a bookshelf. 
Angels & Airwaves
we'll have to agree to disagree on the merits of this one... 
dac chip vs analog stage as to sonic impact
dont forget the clock 
Clearaudio Emotion Vs.Project Perspective
nottingham horizon should make your short list 
What happens when the Wife cleans the audio room
I have traced on my floor in pencil a partial outline of two of the cone supports for each speaker. This way when we have parties or clean the apartment I can move the speakers without worrying about dialing in the position again.  
Cars. What does the typical audiophile drive?
99 honda accord. going to drive that into the ground then buy an a4.good to see there are others whose systems are worth more than their whips...