Absolutely agree about ECM records. Also Speakers Corner vinyl releases sound stunning. As for manufacturers--Audio Research for outstanding customer service over the years (I've owned one or more of their products over the past 22 years). Also recommend Quad for customer service.
High End- VAC, ARC, BAT, Lamm, etc. Popular- Sony, Denon, Marantz, etc. Smaller- Walker, ZYX, Jade, etc. Good reputation- Classe, Basis, DCCA, Jade, etc.
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