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Helikon LOADING
A good rule of thumb would be your output impedance (5.5) multiplied by 25 ( 137.5 ohms ). 
What is under your TT, cheap islolation?
I would first make certain that the legs of your rack are sitting on top of your floor joists opposed to on the plywood between the joists. This will give you the most stability. You don't want to use anything that isn't rigid under the table. I u... 
Subwoofer Speake Cable - Important??
Your logic = degrading sound. A better cable will provide better sound. 
What cartridge to use....Rega RB25 Structural Mod
I have the Gyrodeck with the modified RB 250 Technoarm. I have had excellent results using a Van Den Hul Frog with this set up. You can find this cartridge used with in your budget. I use Wally alignment tools for set up. 
power cord too short? what now?
Buy a longer cord and refrain from adding an extension cord. What kind of PC is it? 
ps500 shutting down, HOT
I had the same problem in the past. The transformer in the unit has gone bad. Email service support at PS Audio. They are very good too! They'll send you another transformer which is plug and play. I was told that the earlier model P-500's had tra... 
Noobie question ...
Hmmm .... your not yielding this "Noobie" a fair choice. Look at solid state and your options will change. It's really a resonal preference and that is all ...... 
What's your dream digital product ?
Wireless components with out having degrading sound! So I can feel better with out spending those $$$ on cables. 
Which Magnepans 3.5 or 1.6?
Oh yes ....... opinions are golden. With a budget of $1800 and given the current situation. I would opt not to buy something ten years old. I have 3.6's that are powered by a Spectron Musician II. They are indeed powerful performers. Tubes? Well i... 
Which Magnepans 3.5 or 1.6?
I would buy new 1.6's over used 3.5's. At least you know what you have plus a warranty. 
What power cord for a Outlaw Audio RR2150 ?
Anything above the stock quality cord can't hurt bettering your performance......... 
Italian recordings poor music reproduction ?
I have seen a few and they are pricey. I beleive the bootlegs were illegal recordings. Mic under a jacket would not make the best sound reproduction. You even have so called "Premium" pressings done half speed with master tapes that are "poor" in ... 
Italian recordings poor music reproduction ?
I have a few bootlegs pressed in Italy. They sound horrible as they are very poorly recorded. I can't compare commercial grade recording since I don't own any. I don't spend too much time listening to the bootlegs either. Transistor radio? That's ... 
Amp recommendation for Maggies 1.6Q
Spectron Musician II ......... 
Marshall Tucker band on vinyl?
I jjust looked on eBay and there's a sealed copy of their Greatest Hits released in 78 with your favorite song. Under $20 ........ Not bad!