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Nagra PLP tube rolling just phono ?
Yes, the line stage tube will be in use if you were using phono only. Try Mazda 12ax7, I like it. 
Nagra VPA versus Lamm ML1.1
There are many discussions on retubing the Nagras (VPA and PL-P), anyway what is the preferences? Can somebody show/suggest list of best sounding combination of tubes? . I am in the process of "improving" the sound of my Nagras, need some suggesti... 
Reliability issue- PL-L remote
Nuguy, very likely you are right. I suspected the volumn and balance potentiameter malfunction. Usualy damage items under guarantee will be repaired by the manufacturer/dealer, in this case the pre-amp is so new, barely 2 hours, do you think it is... 
Amplifier Weight. A Factor?
There are many high efficiency speakers out there.No more need for me to go for big heavy amps.Anyway a lot of the watts are wasted as heat,in cross-over and to adjust the sensitivity of the drivers. 
Reliability issue- PL-L remote
Thank you for all the advices.Tried all the above .Guess got to let the dealer handle it. 
Amplifier Weight. A Factor?
Although you need big and heavy transformer to have true high power output, it is difficult to handle. I sold my krell 700 cx because of that and go for Nagra VPA. 
Anyone heard Zu Druid speakers?
Can anybody give some comment if I were to use Nagra Vpa monoblock of 50 w to drive Druid or Defination. Which will be better match?