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Phonostage with dual inputs?
Aesthetix Rhea (tube phono stage) has THREE inputs/ 75 db gain- great for low-output MC cartridges. 
SATA vs USB for ripping CD's
Other than e-sata being much faster, no. 
Audiophile blues...
I've enjoyed the predominantly acoustic, "Come On in the House" by Junior Wells and various slide guitar sidemen. IMO it's the best thing he's done since, "Hoodoo Man Blues". It's available from Telarc on sacd. The audio quality is excellent. 
Best Pre with a built-n phono section?
Hovland HP100MC or HP200MC. I believe they run relatively cool. 
The Blues....
Very funny and I am a big blues fan. Thanks for sharing. 
best vintage 70s, 80s amp?
I own a Pioneer Ser. 20 M-22 30W Class A amp(late '70's vintage) and the sound is incredible. If you don't need a ton of power and don't mind the heat, it's hard to beat. Very detailed and musical, with great bass and holographic imaging. Not the ... 
"NEWEST'" Favorite album
Definitely, Alejandro Escovedo's, Street Songs of Love.If you haven't heard it, run, don't walk, to your favorite music emporium. You won't be disappointed. 
Album cover repair-Help
Thank you all for your help. I now havea host of options to try (and not try!) 
Cartridge rec. f/Nottingham Spacedeck w/Space Arm
Thanks Hifiharv and Davt for your recommendations. I'll definitely look into both. 
CD Baby
Awesome site! Great selection, customer service and prices. Tons of indy releases not available anywhere else. You will not be disappointed.