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Convincing your local dealer to let you try speakers at home
I never had that problem. Pick them up when the dealer is closing and return them when the dealer opens up for business the next day . If the dealer is closed on Sunday it is even better!  
POP sound when turning off TT
I had the same problem with my VPI HW-19. Many others had the same problem. If you don’t want to change the capacitor just switch to another source when you turn the table off. I got so used to doing it that way it became second nature when using ... 
Technics 1200 w/ AT440ML/OCC ... BENT!
This Grado with your Technics would be a nice option!    
B&W 803 Nautilus. What is a fair price
You can check pricing on this site! Look at sold!    
Tube-Curious/Pre-amp
This might be just what you are looking for on your side of the pond!    
15 ohm speakers yea or nay?
@brianportugal It sounds like you have fine gear with those Falcons so I really can’t suggest changing anything. I prefer 2 way standmount type speakers. It surprised me that I like the HL5. I haven’t had a 3 way speaker since Vandrsteens many m... 
15 ohm speakers yea or nay?
@brianportugal I think a larger speaker in that size room would be overwhelming. I have owned the Harbeth C7 and the M30.1 and I preferred the P3 in my 20x15 room sitting 8 feet away. About 3 weeks ago I pulled the trigger on a used pair of the ... 
15 ohm speakers yea or nay?
@brianportugal I sold the Q7. I was using Quicksilver 70 watt tube amps with Audioquest cables. The Q7 is as good as any of that type of speaker. I replaced them with the larger Harbeth HL5 super plus. The Falcons are very lively forward soundin... 
Getting back into venal with a $2,000 budget.
This VPI is another to consider within your budget!    
Getting back into venal with a $2,000 budget.
+@rar1! https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/technics-sl-1500c  
Replacing tweeter in Harbeth SHL5 Plus
Get in touch with Harbeth  directly. I have done that in the past and they are very helpful!  
Upgrading from Fluance RT85 to VPI Scout
You might not like the unpivot arm on the VPI. For the same price this Technics would be a solid upgrade above the Fluance!    
Nagaoka MP 300 Cartridge
Here ya go!! How long will the stylus last on my new cartridge? It’s a common question we receive from our customers. The answer may not be a simple one as the quality of the diamond has a great deal to do with it, as does the accuracy of the set... 
Focal Kanta 2 or KEF Reference Meta 1 plus KC62 sub?
Since you like both speakers go with the Focal. Why bother with a sub if you don’t need it with the Focal?  
Candidates for best speakers in the $2000-5000 market
There is a pair of Harbeth Super HL5 Plus walnut just listed here for $3995.00. I’ve owned every Harbeth minus the 40. The HL5 is my favorite. With the right stands they would be an outstanding choice. BTW, that asking price is about half when ne...