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Which Harbeth Speakers
Go to the Harbeth site and shoot Alan Shaw an Email. Dollars to donuts he will tell you that the 3's are a better match for your sized room. The 3's are a set em and forget em type speaker! Bigger is not always better. Take advise from someone who... 
Nakamichi sr-4a, vs. Yamaha A-S500
Keep the Nakamichi! The Yamaha is not an upgrade. 
Which Harbeth Speakers
I think you should give the P3ESR'S a listen,they are outstanding with your taste in music. I have them and they better any speaker I have owned. Simple two way sealed monitors are the way to go! 
Cartridge rec.'s for Denon DP-60l
Go with the Grado! 
Outdoor speakers
Take a look at the Parts Express site,they have many offerings that are not too costly,you don't need high end for outdoor speakers. I have a pair of Audio Source and they are fine! 
Need some suggestions on tube amplifier
Check out Quicksilver Midmono,they are a little over your budget at $1895 a pair but they are worth it! You can use many different tube types including EL34'S. Check out the site. 
How hard is this on a tube pre amp?
BTW you are better off with the volume control in the upper area on the dial because it is more flexible that way. 
How hard is this on a tube pre amp?
It's no big deal.preamp tubes last for years. I have my volume control almost at full gain and the tubes are over 6 years old . Preamp tubes are not expensive to replace. 
Low frequency problem while playing vinyl
It could be arm and cartridge mismatch. Resonating above 12hz. 
VPI Hw-19 Jr. Thoughts?
Great table,I have a MK3 and have enjoyed it for 15 years.Put a nice tonearm and cartridge on it and you will have a first class system! 
Best sounding Hybrid Integrated in $2000 range
Dhcod, The OP wants a Hybrid,the Cronus is all tube.Why recommend that amp? 
Best sounding Hybrid Integrated in $2000 range
Rogue Audio Sphinx at $1295 looks like a real winner! 
tube amps?
You can buy direct from Quicksilver like I did. Mike will take returns if you do not like them. Give him a call. 
Subwoofer amp question.
Yes you can! 
tube amps?
Take a look at the Quicksilver line,you can get Amp and preamp new for that amount of cash!