johnto

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What cart should I go for
There is a used Hana over on audiocircle. 
Phono preamp suggestions
Turntable VPI Aries Scout with JMW 9 tonearm. 
Outer ring - who uses and what are your findings
Sound like it would be much cheaper to just replace a few warped records with new copies which will probably sound better anyway. 
Tight bass sub recommendations
With my Maggies I found if you keep the crossover point low and volume low you can get a half decent sound and rid of a lot of hangover even with a lower end sub. 
Preamps with separate L/R volume controls
My Pass XP10 has separate control via the remote so their other models probably do too. 
JC1 monoblocks / Maggie 1.7
As you say he should have plenty of power must be some problem there. He should be able to  blow the walls down. I had the Parasound Hint with Maggie 1.7i and never got above 10 or 11 o'clock on the volume. 
Looking for a feature-rich 2-channel integrated that can drive 2-ohm loads
Check out Parasound integrated quality at a reasonable price and lots of features. 
Where would you sell your vinyl collection?
Most shipping I see is between $3 and $4 at $5 I would really have to love the lp and it would turn me off to lower price items. 
Just sharing my excitement
Congrats. Audio excitement is real.You couldn't be doing business with a nicer and more knowledgeable guy. 
Repair of Goldmund 18.4 amp
I would try to email the company and ask for service recommendations in this country. 
Why don't we make a list of best pressings ?
Agree on Direct to Disc recordings most sound fantastic, the people making them knew what they were doing and used quality vinyl. Unfortunately some sound dated as to content. 
broken dreams - new cartridge help please!
If you're getting a$2400 cartridge fixed for under $500 its $2000 cheaper than buying a new one. My rebuilts have sounded good or better than new. 
Any insight on Tekton Double impact BE, Focus Se, Salk SS 8, or Golden Ear TRef?
Check out the Philharmonic Audio 3 speaker great quality and sound. I don't think you'll find anything close in its price range. One of my friends a classically trained musician,  former orchestra member has a pair and they are truly fabulous. 
USED RECORD GRADING- What's the Problems?
Never any problems in buying used, always ask seller questions before purchase like I do with any other audio buy. 
My Audio System and Invitation.
Hope you are able to find some happy listeners. trying to share systems in the Boston MA area but for some reason there is a complete lack of interest. I guess many audiophiles would rather listen alone.