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Dynavector DV-507 Mk II ?
For what it is worth, I have had a dv 507 mounted on my VPI mk 11 (upgraded) for many many years. While it may not work with other suspended tables it has and does work extremely well on the VPI the equivalent of which is now the Classic (they now... 
AR Turntable ToneArm
I no longer have that table, but I used a Rega RB 300 when I did and it was excellent 
CAT owners, Ideas for best NOS for SL1 MKIII
I have an old CAT so my experience may not be identical, but I too prefer the 60s Siemens and if unavailable, Telefunkens (but not the IMO overpriced CCAs) 
Best Component Ever, for the money
There are many components that I have loved: AR SP-10 preamp,Jadis Ja-80 amps, Koetsu cartridges, Dynavector DV 507 arm, however, for me the Quad Esl-63 (in any of its versions, Crosby mod, Pro, USA monitor, 988)is the finest. For those who need d... 
What are your thoughts on the Dragon tape deck?
To me, it totally depends on how many cassettes you own, intend to make and listen to. I cannot speak of the Dragon from my own experience but I am familiar with the 700s, 550s and 670zx each of which I have owned or extensively used. Because I ha... 
Quad ESL 63's-Can they play rock music?
I have owned 63s, have had them modified by crosby and had occaisionally replaced panels. That being said, I have kept them for almost 20 years. Although they have some limitations, I have never heard anything that matches them. I both listen to r... 
Speakers to hang on to for LIFE
There are many speakers out there that I probably would have held onto but none as happily as Quad ESL 63s. The only thing I've changed in 15 years with them was to obtain a crosby modified pair about 8 years ago. I have not heard the new versions... 
Best Turntable at $1,500? Please Advise.
There are many great possibilities but I would look for a used VPI HW -19 mk III or IV with a rega 300 or JMW tonearm. All are still in production, the VPI is a straight forward non tweaky and very stable design. The company offers upgrades, is ea...