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Turntable-Amplifier-Speaker configuration question.
Are you sure that the switch in the rear of the Technics is in the correct position? That cartridge has enough output !  
Turntable-Amplifier-Speaker configuration question.
Are you using the built in phono option on the Technics?   
Electrical question
A microwave should be on a separate circuit! Microwave Oven Circuit The microwave oven needs a dedicated 20-amp, the 120/125-volt circuit to feed it. This will require 12/2 NM wire with a ground. Microwave ovens come in different varieties and s... 
Recommendations for speakers in a much smaller listening room.
I’ve owned many small stand mount speakers and the Harbeth P3esr is my favorite. As a matter of fact I like it better than my larger Harbeth HL5s! They are the best at doing a disappearing act than any other speaker that I have owned. Here is one... 
The difference between tubes and solid state that I am finding
Here ya go! Could an Old-School Tube Amp Make the Music You Love Sound Better? | Collectors Weekly  
What do you care about in this hobby?
@mopsauce Many consider it  hobby! listening to music as hobby - Search  
antiskate disc
You might find this helpful! https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=using+a+mono+record+to+adjust+antiskating&mid=6D30433C29808400F07F6D30433C29808400F07F&FORM=VIRE  
Do you have a speaker that’s not a big name maker but punches above its weight? Why?
My friend has the Studio Electric M4! https://www.studio-electric.com/products.html  
does it need to be complicated
The Belles Aria is an outstanding integrated amp. All you would need is an outboard DAC which is no big deal. BTW, it has a 5 year warranty! https://powermodules.com/aria-integrated-1  
Help deciding between two speakers.
Go with the new speakers. The Infinity speakers are 40 years old!  
Cartridge Tag Pliers
How about this?  
Moon, Simaudio Service
It’s always nice to hear about good things about  the great service provided with certain manufactures of audio gear. Quicksilver is another that is worth a mention!  
Decent backup cartridge
Any Grado should fit the bill! https://gradolabs.com/pages/phono-cartridges  
Speaker choice
+1 @chayro I’ve owned every Harbeth model minus the M40. I now have the HL5 and the smaller P3.  If you have the room the HL5 ( it's large) would be an excellent choice!!  
Modern EL34s VS NOS Winged C - and return policies?
Give TubeDepot a call. I have returned tubes to them with no hassle! Welcome to TubeDepot!