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Adapting 3.5mm headphones plug to 1/4" Jack
Frank - also looked up lyrics to Shout. I know the song - had no idea about the reference. User name is just a play on words (typical guy with a one-track-mind and music tracks)  
Adapting 3.5mm headphones plug to 1/4" Jack
OK follow up question after some research... Looking at the Ifi Zen Phono 3 - it looks like it does exactly as I need and seems a lot of people like it. It has a Balanced 4.4mm jack. Sooooooo what adapter is good for that to 3.5mm? Sorry no expe... 
Adapting 3.5mm headphones plug to 1/4" Jack
Thanks Frank. Well the decision on the AU-101 was its tube like sound and really good phono stage (waiting on the one I bought to arrive) mostly for a small speaker based system in my bedroom. In addition I want to be able to demo used turntables ... 
Cartridge - sweet spot on the cost/sound curve?
Thank you everyone for the suggestions. I will do some detective work over the weekend to figure out where the imbalance comes from - duh Oh moment! I should have figured that out myself.   THANKS!  
Recommendations for good sounding streamer
Really great feedback. I will do a little research into the gear mentioned.  I am totally fine with used gear - just means I don't have to break in the analog components. Feel free to keep coming with suggestions.  
Upgrading Tube Preamp from Audio Research LS-7 - Recommendations for better soundstage?
Well I found a UltraVerve 3 with remote and lots of tubes to roll. Should get it Friday. Thank you everyone for your great info and tips. Truly appreciated. 
Upgrading Tube Preamp from Audio Research LS-7 - Recommendations for better soundstage?
Those are some great suggestions. Ones That weren’t on my radar. Been wanting to venture into new territory. Thank you all very much. The hunt begins.  
Affordable DAC for iPhone 5?
Great information here. I have to pull out my player and see if it has digital in so I can use it's DAC. But for now I think I will get the i20. Can always upgrade to a better DAC later.Thanks much!- Rob