maggiefan8

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Not Enjoying My Turntable
are you using the phono preamp built into the table, or an external preamp?  Also, as stated above, it sounds like the geometry might be off on the cartridge set up.  Is the phono preamp set correctly for the cartridge?What's the rest of the syste... 
Tube pre for class d recommendations
I had a great Cary Audio SLP98 F1 in front of Sanders and Bel Canto amps for Maggies with great results for years.  Cary phono stage on that preamp was excellent as well, and they really worked well together. 
Looking for suggestions on best small footprint speaker under $4K
I'm a huge Maggie Fan as well, and when my rig got moved from our main Great Room to a small media room, had to trade in my 20.1's to stand mounted speakers.  I've had great luck with Dynaudio Counter S1.4 LE's (limited edition build), and now Jos... 
Power Cord Break In
I'm sure that makes  a huge difference in sound for the refrigerators..... 
Highest BUILD quality tube amps?
VAC, Atma-Sphere and the new Carver amps. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
The Beatles - White Album (mono box)Blondie - Parallel LinesINXS - Kick (MOFI)BB King - Live in Cook County JailThe Rolling Stones - Let it Bleed 
Harbeth Super HL5 Plus speakers & integrated amp pairing recommendations
I would look at the Modwright KWI 200 if you want an integrated.  It's a fantastic piece, and you could prob fit in your budget if you can find one used.Good luck. 
Speaker Suggestions
Vandersteen 3a's or Magnepan 1.7's (if you have the power to drive them) 
Best Phone Stage for under $1,000.000
if you can find a PS Audio GCPH modified by Parts Connexion used they are one of the great values in audio 
If you could only keep 5 record albums, what would they be?
I love these posts, been a long time since I thought about it but, in no order:The Beatles - Abbey RoadShelby Lynne - Just a Little Lovin'Pink Floyd - Dark Side of the MoonLed Zeppelin IISade - Promise 
Sound Anchors and Magnepan
I've happily had many pairs of Maggies, and bought Mye stands for each set.  A huge improvement in bass and imaging.