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JBL for Jeff Rowland.
I have owned many Harbeth models including the 30.1. In your size room the P3 (one of my favorite Harbeths} would be a good fit. The price for the p3 is a lot less than the 30.1. If you check the HIFI shark listings you can save about 50% on any H... 
JBL for Jeff Rowland.
Since you liked the sound of the Harbeths so much why are you lookin’ at JBL? Two different types of speakers!  
Upgrading preamp. Best for under $1K
Here ya go! https://avahifi.com/collections/preamplifiers/products/vision-rb-preamplifier  
MM Phono Stages With Greater Than 40 dB of Gain?
Sutherland is solid state with adjustable gain! https://sutherlandengineering.com/  
Help with Cary SLP-98
How about this? https://www.tubesandmore.com/products/socket-saver-8-pin-reducing-wear-and-tear-tube-sockets  
Old and New-- adding Rel s510 or 812 Sub to heritage (older) McIntosh system-- Worth it?
It sounds like you really like the magic that you are now enjoying. Don’t ruin it adding a subwoofer. You might be taking one step back!  
What model ProAc is this
Contact ProAc. I'm sure they will reply with an answer!  
What model ProAc is this
If the measurements are 33x12x13 with a 10 inch woofer they might be the ProAc EBS. If they are smaller with a 7 inch woofer they are the Studio one. Measure the speaker and I will tell you which ProAc you have!  
Can anyone explain what a power tube does inside an amplifier, eg kt88.
"Why is it necessary to have eight Power tubes on a mono block amp?" A KT88 tube is rated at about 35 watts per tube. That is why you need 8 tubes to produce 300 watts!  
Did a satisfaction threshold exist under 1000 bucks ?
"I would like to try it but my small speakers are self powered.... And i just discovered that active speakers will be my next move ." Aren't powered speakers the same as active speakers? Am I missing something?  
What is the quality and performance level of Fluance turntables??
Here ya go!! https://www.analogplanet.com/content/fluances-rt85-turntable-high-value-proposition    
technics sp 15
A turntable does not have speaker connections. This is what you need! https://www.crutchfield.com/S-TfIxumRFl2E/learn/how-to-connect-a-turntable-to-a-receiver.html  
How is Quality and Customer Service defined in the 21st Century?
   
Luxman vs Accuphase for Harbeth 40.3 XD
Since you are concerned about damping factor, what is the damping factor on the BAT?  
Budget preamp recommendation...besides Schiit.
Van Alstine! https://avahifi.com/collections/preamplifiers