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Preamp Choice... a hard call for me.
Why not keep the Mac and add an outboard DAC? What other features do you need that the Mac doesn't have? 
Help- Review on Phono Stage
If you want an inexpensive tube phono here is another option. Many positive reviews!https://www.musicdirect.com/recommended-gifts-under-500/bellari-vp130-tube-phono-preamp 
Antennas for FM Tuners in Urban Setting
The ST-2 is omnidirectional. With a directional you have to point it towards the station you want. IMO, a directional is so much better!http://www.magnumdynalab.com/st-2-omnidirectional-fm-antenna/ 
Antennas for FM Tuners in Urban Setting
Nothing better than a directional antenna . I use this type mounted in my attic. BTW, there are not many companies making outdoor FM antennas anymore!https://www.amazon.com/OUTDOOR-ANTENNA-FOUR-ELEMENT-DIRECTIONAL/dp/B00NRHAV2K/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8... 
Good starter speaker
This amp will fit the bill!https://avahifi.com/collections/solid-state-power-amplifiers/products/vision-set-120-power-amplifierOr this one!http://www.odysseyaudio.com/products-khartago-stereo.html 
Dual 505-2 with OM10 Ortofon. Upgrade questions
Here ya go!https://www.lpgear.com/category/OS1.html 
VPI Classic 3 or SME 20/2
Did you try different VTA adjustments? If not you should raise the VTA and see if it improves the bass problem! 
beginner seperate system
Check out Rogue Audio!http://www.rogueaudio.com/ 
Phone Pre (new or used) Under $1000 to replace Dynavector P-75
You did put your finger on it. Tubes sound more natural. Especially in the phono section of a system! 
Help me decide on phono preamp
Preamp tubes last for years. I prefer tubes to solid state in the phono preamp and never had any noise problems. As a matter of fact my tube phono preamp is dead quiet! 
Kenwood KA 8100 Integrated Amp ...Electrolytic question
No! Stop worrying and enjoy it! 
How is 'stereo' created by just one single stylus?
Here ya go!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylYidcX5qnc 
2.1 / 2.2 Request for Amp Suggestions
If you use the preamp output of the Rogue to use another amp the amp section of the Rogue will have no load. Tube amps need a load connected. If you use a subwoofer with an integrated amp you will have to run the speakers full range without the xo... 
Which Amp to complete my system?
Check out the Quicksilver Mid- Mono amps!http://quicksilveraudio.com/products/midi-mono/ 
Rogue Atlas Magnum sounds bright -- any recommendations?
Try changing the speaker taps and see if that helps!