dill

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Stands?
VTI, very good quality, reasonable prices. I have a pair filled with small pebbles.http://www.vtimanufacturing.com/product_category/speaker-stands-vsp-series/  
Axpona 2018 Will you be there?
astewart8944, my nephew is the US tour manager for Pink Martini. If you haven't seen them before you are in for a treat. 
Dust Cover for Amps
Yes there is.http://radiodustcovers.com/Hi-FiAudio.html  
Upgrading speaker cables...
" If they do, there is something wrong with either the cables, the speakers or the amplifier"That is just silly talk, experiment and judge for yourself. 
Power Cord for Pass Int 60-Under 1K used
PK10 Palladian or NBS Master or Pro IV. 
Let's talk power cords
Aftermarket cables can make a difference and have in most of my projects. I suggest you find a price range you are comfortable with (I suggest used) and purchase one. Install and listen for a week or so and see if there are differences in the soun... 
Upgrading speaker cables...
Do not listen to the naysayers, cables make a difference, experiment and judge for yourself. 
Speakers "Disappearing"
Michael Green, welcome to this forum. I have used your products for many years and am enjoying your "RoomTunes" in my current room now. 
Speakers "Disappearing"
Sorry ebm if your Magicos put you in "despair"My problem is a bit different, mine disappeared 5 years ago, I haven't found them since ..  😉  
70's Receiver and/or Integrated Amp recommendations
$600. - $800. is a good price range for un-restored  Marantz 2275's. They can fetch up to $1200.00+ for a restored one. 
speaker repair in the Seattle Tacoma area
Jamac in Portland http://jamacspeakers.com/about.htm  
70's Receiver and/or Integrated Amp recommendations
Marantz 1060 
Cd Player Choices To Match Up to Vintage Electronics
CAL Icon MKII 
Typical New Speaker Dealer Discount A Buyer May Expect
First purchase from a dealer on a high ticket item 10% is good. I would try a bit higher discount on my next purchase. If you stick with one dealer, you can do very well, discount wise. Make sure you curb you attitude. 
Isolation stands: snakeoil?
Here we go again ...https://forum.audiogon.com/users/madavid0/discussions