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Can I RENT a record cleaning machine?
Shazam, I don't know where you are, so this might not help. My customers are free to use my Typhoon anytime. I ask that if they need inner or outer sleeves, they purchase during the cleaning session. Clearly a win/win. The bonus for me is to maybe... 
What's a good upgrade from a Krell 300cd cd player
Jimmy, I have tried all the cast cables one can try. Cast can be outperformed. I've done it. It may seem crazy to invest more on cables than the machine (Tara Zero) but the improvement is once again an order of magnitude better. 
$ 2500 ....Stay with Vandersteens ??...what else ?
Adam, Can't 3Sigs be had for that kind of money? Sell the 2s and get a 2WQ or two. 
Effective AC power conditioners for digital??
I too have always found purchasing higher quality components with properly designed power supplies avoids the detrimental effects of conditioning altogether. 
High End Monitors
TOTEM Just make sure you use Totem stands. 
Power amp Suggestions for Dunlavy SC-IV
Absolutely no need for subwoofer(s) unless you like bass. The SCIVs go down to about 70hz then begin to roll off. Low powered tube amps would be a great match. But YOU WILL NEED A SUB. 
Optimal digital cable length -- science or voodoo?
Pure voodoo. Talk with some of the principles at any of the reputable mfgrs. The answer will be the same. Get the length you need and the best quality you can afford. Cable length just is not an issue at the frequencies being transfered. 
Ear834p Question
With your cart super loud is MM. Proper volume is MC. 
Looking for in-wall speakers
Totem seems to own the onwall category. They have just come out with inwall Tribes. Way better than Gallo or Maggies with just a reciever. 
Contrast Ratio?
Joe, There is as yet NO standard or regulation for contrast ratio. If a mfgr wants to publish a million to one contrast no one can stop them. Sort of like the power ratings race in the 80s. Buy the set you like that fits your budget. Don't buy on ... 
the best CD player between 6'000 - 10'000 $ ?
Arg, there certainly isn't another company following EMM in the reliability (LACK OF) department. Wadia might be the name eluding you? 
What's a good upgrade from a Krell 300cd cd player
My 505 has two toroidal transformers. A true upgrade for the new drive. Krell did much more than slap a new transport in the mountain of broken Standards piling up at the shop. Eliminating an upgrade path is not typical Krell either. Don't get me ... 
What's a good upgrade from a Krell 300cd cd player
I have read several reviews of the 505 where the writers say it is the "best" player they have heard. Can this be done with a new transport and a new clock? C'mon guys. Following this logic the OPs 300 is better than both! Perhaps I should search ... 
What's a good upgrade from a Krell 300cd cd player
Well, Having had several SACD Standards, I can say that redbook performance on my 505 is an order of magnitude better than the Standard. Similarly with SACD performance. Same cables, preamp, amp etc. Night and day. They share very few parts. The P... 
What's a good upgrade from a Krell 300cd cd player
The folks at Krell have heard and measured the differences.The Dacs are different. Jitter reduction is WAY different. The 505 has TWO power supplies. The list goes on... Once again, the 505 is a huge upgrade from the MK III.