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Quicksilver Remote Control Line stage. Need feedback from current or past owners
The QS remote linestage new or old always came with 6922 (6dj8) tubes. The remote only has a volume control. I have owned both remote and non remote.The non remote used 12ax7 tubes and the new one uses 12at7. You will never see a review on QS gear... 
Turntable Advice
VPI +1 ! You should be able to get a nice HW 19 with an arm within your budget. They are built like a tank and spare parts are always available. Check here and Ebay ! 
Rogue Metis speaker polirity
Here ya go!http://www.gcaudio.com/resources/howtos/absolutephase.html 
Rogue Metis speaker polirity
You were told wrong information. The only time you would reverse polarity is when something is recorded out of phase and it bothers you enough to correct it. BTW, many can't even hear the difference. Leave it alone and enjoy it! 
What to do?
Take the refund and get something else! 
"Good tube Integrated Amps"
Here ya go ! Made in USA for $2500.http://www.rogueaudio.com/Products_Cronus_Magnum.htm 
tube monoblocks and preamp recommendations
The Altec is a high efficient type speaker so I don't think you will need globs of power. You should give Mike a call at QS and see what he recommends. BTW, years ago I used the Mid Mono's ( 50 watt) with low efficient Spendor's and they worked ju... 
tube monoblocks and preamp recommendations
Take a gander at this!http://www.quicksilveraudio.com/I’ve owned QS gear for years and I think it is great stuff ! 
Should I replace my driver?
tonykay+1 
American Made Audio Unveils New Site For Made in USA Components
Another two for the list!http://rogershighfidelity.com/http://www.bobcarvercorp.com/ 
sub 2k phono stage
Some stand alone phono preamps do not supply enough voltage to drive a power amp directly. If you go that route just make sure the phono preamp you choose will supply the voltage needed. BTW,it also depends on the output voltage of the cartridge y... 
American Made Audio Unveils New Site For Made in USA Components
No Quicksilver Audio ? Been making outstanding amps and preamps for almost 40 years!http://www.quicksilveraudio.com/ 
MM/MI Phono Stages
Take a gander at this!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfpJYJv3ddo 
KEF R101's or KEF 103.2's
I've owned both and preferred the 101! 
The best separates between $2500-3000. Moving on from the original Rogue Sphinx Intg..
Take a look! Just might be what you are looking for!http://www.avahifi.com/