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McIntosh Mc2KW amp - anyone heard them?
Only time I heard them was at the McIntosh fatory in their demo room/studio. Dire Straits "Ride Across The River"....a glorious presentation. 
How much do large Vinyl collections go for these days?
I recently sold by late brother-in-laws collection to a record store.  1326 LPs for $3000.  Most were VG+ condition (he played once and recorded to cassette). 
What's your favorite album cover art ?
Orleans S/T - everyone's favorite 
Out of these two cartridges which would you choose?
I had a Dyna 20X-H on a Rega P7 (RB700 arm?) table and the combination was a great match.  My then dealer suggested the cartridge when I asked his opinion. 
New Rega Brio 2017
I have the previous Brio R and have inquired about trading for the new model but no reply yet.  I have had the Brio R since Aug 2016 and have been very happy with it - using it in my office system at work. 
Songs Faber Olympica I vs Dynaudio Contour 20 - My Review
I had Dynaudio 52SE before I bought my Sf Cremona Auditor Ms.  I was always surprised at the audio output of the Danes and was enamored by the soundstaging of those speakers.  I had always heard that stand mount monitors produced a more realistic ... 
Where do I set loading on my Manley Chinook?
I have a Manley Chinook SE and use an Ortofon Cadenza Black LOMC and have my resistance setting at 100 ohm.  I took into account the tonearm wire resistance when choosing 100 ohm.  I suggest you maybe reach out to Manley CS for assistance.  This c... 
Best divorce album?
^ That was the first song that came to mind when reading this posting. 
New VPI Turntables - Titan, Prime Signature, Scout 2016, plus new tonearm lift and SDS?
My Aries 3 was $500 more than Prime Sig and I would still prefer the Aries due to materials used. 
Any Rotel love around here? Looking to power my Sonus Faber Olympica 3
very nice choice Joey.  Your Sfs will sing with 200w/ch.  Congrats. 
Harbeth & VAC combo
For my office system I started out with the P3ESRs.  I then shopped for amplification.  I was focused on small footprint electronics, and SS.  I settled on Rega Brio-R, DAC-R, and Apollo-R.  I am very pleased with how these mate with the Harbeth's. 
Sweet Vinyl Sugarcube - I Want It!!!
Very interested in your findings once you get the unit.   
Manley Chinook or Allnic H1201
Under 2K can get you a Chinook SE from Upscale Audio.  I have been pleased with mine, but had to send in once for a fix. 
McInTosh D150
I have a d150 that I sue with my MCT450 SACD transport and it is a marvelous piece.  Comparing this DAC to the onboard DAC in the MAC6700 (does not handle DSD) the D150 DAC is a step up in the right direction.  I also use this D150 with my iPod/Wa... 
VPI Prime noise issue solved (wasn't the Prime's fault:)
Just a heads-up to Falcon users if anyone is having issues...Phoenix Engr is closing their doors Dec. 31 so be sure and contact them directly for any ongoing issues you are having with their products.