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How can I punish this Chinese audio dealer
PayPal may support you due to the fact that the dealer has a 1-year warranty on tubes.  You will need to send the tube back to the dealer so that they can get a replacement from their supplier and to determine the source of the failure.   
VPI Classic 3 or SME 20/2
If the table is used and well priced, there is little financial downside as the SME is a desirable table and can be easily resold. No risk, no reward.  
Does anyone care to ask an amplifier designer a technical question? My door is open.
@ramtubes, how do you make a power cord that blocks DC? 
TNT Hot Rod vs SL-1200G
@cleeds  and @bpoletti I believe that this is the VPI TNT that the OP is referring to here http://www.audioasylumtrader.com/ca/listing/Turntables/VPI/TNT-HR/Complete-w-Cartridge-and-Stand/187...The only thing that the seller changed was swapping o... 
TNT Hot Rod vs SL-1200G
First of all, the TNT is not a MK5 Hotrod.  The HR does not have a removable arm board.  The corner posts look like home made or after market.  If you google TNT you will not see another table with these types of corner post. IMHO, for the above r... 
Difficulty with SoundStageDirect
Those who focus on “cash” are a bit misguided. If I paid in rubies and diamonds what is the difference? I may still be screwed. And you might be living in the dark ages as you don’t need to live next door to pay cash!!! If you paid cash then ... 
Line Magnetic 518ia - How Much Heat Does It Produce?
It could work depending on where you live.  In the northern part of the country, in the spring/fall/winter months, a touch of tube warmth is welcomed.  In the summer, the heat could be problematic.  
Infirmations about audioresearch LS 26 "Gain"
Just match the input level which gives you the most usable range on your volume control.  
What's up with Soundstage Direct?
@flyingeff if you paid by a credit card you are protected, but you need to file a claim asap! 
Difficulty with SoundStageDirect
Interesting post from a former SSD employee who created an account esrlier this morning on a SH forum (don’ know how to post link) to provide a first person status update.  Bottom line...you are not wrong. http://forums.stevehoffman.tv/thread... 
What's up with Soundstage Direct?
I "used" to be a SSD customer and I "use" to get excellent service and communication but things have change for the worse this year.  A lot of their products are back-ordered when their website indicates in-stock.  Huge delays in order fulfillment... 
if I buy an ultrasonic cleaner for my records will I be able to hear the difference?
Results will depend on the condition of the record.  Do you buy a lot of used vinyl? 
Please remind me about VPI TT anti-skating.
The best part of the VPI anti-skate device is that it is adjustable and defeatable, therefore, allowing the end user to make his/her own informed opinion.  You will never get a consensus of which way method is best, therefore, go with whatever sou... 
SME IV, 309,used vs Origin LiveEncounter MK3cTonearm or Illustrious for J.A. Michell ORBE
How do you know it was the arm and not the cartridge?   
What does 10B mean to you-
A Bryston 10B active crossover make more sense since the sign was placed at a cross road