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TOTL Headphone Amps
Thanks Greg! I completely agree with @mitchb . Having also come from the Taurus Mk2, the 430HA is definitely a step up in resolve and mid bass detail. The 430HA has a speaker-like presentation, which I personally love. 
TOTL Headphone Amps
Hey guys, OP here.  I ended up going with the Moon 430HA and sold my RH-5.  Compared to the RH-5, the 430HA has a more "fleshed out" sound with noticeably more resolve.  The mid-low bass is noticeably more detailed.  Keep the thread alive, alot of... 
TOTL Headphone Amps
@big_greg can you compare the AURALiC Taurus with the moon 430ha? I liked the Taurus but sold it chasing the dragon...from memory it had a clean, clear, and warmth to it. Never fatiguing. I’m wondering if the RH-5 is neutral-bright as I seem to ge... 
TOTL Headphone Amps
I’m the OP. Appreciate all the inputs. I think I’m going to stick with the Rogue Audio RH-5. It is really sounding amazing the longer I run it in. I’m pairing it with a Pass Labs XP-17 and it makes my vinyl sing! I’m getting hooked on the creature... 
Conceptual Framework for Identifying System Bottlenecks
OP, I’m that poor soul you speak of. I ended up ignoring the loons here and upgraded both my preamp AND my digital source lol. 
Preamp with Headphone Amp - Tech Considerations
Thanks for the responses.  I was hoping to get some insight regarding theoretical optimal volume setting on the Hovland HP-100. 
BHK 250 vs VTL ST-150 or ST-200?
Bumping this great question 
streaming DACs around $4k
@jackd When you say Directstream can be purchased inside of my target budget, is that for a new or used unit?  Best I could find is $5050 New OTD with the Bridge II. 
streaming DACs around $4k
Dave we spoke on the phone earlier this week about the T2.  The more research I do, the more I think PSA DirectStream DAC with Bridge II is the way to go... 
Identify System Bottleneck - Digital Front End or Preamp
@millercarbon Already been there done that.  Classic signature with Benz Ruby Z! 
Identify System Bottleneck - Digital Front End or Preamp
@audiotroy why do you recommend the lumin t2 over the Mytek Brooklyn Bridge? 
Identify System Bottleneck - Digital Front End or Preamp
I'll take my question to a more practical site.  Thanks anyway... 
Identify System Bottleneck - Digital Front End or Preamp
Negative, give me a real upgrade plan. Not hocus-pocus...Let me restate the ask, again:"Need some opinions on whether to upgrade my digital front end or preamp first" 
Opinions Please - Which Turntable Rack is Better
noromance, no the rack will be on the side wall.  Only amp stand between speakers. 
Opinions Please - Which Turntable Rack is Better
Thanks for the replies everyone.  I did some more research after reading some of your posts, and decided that a maple rack, while heavy, will still have its own resonance, which may/may not work with my system.  I have changed direction and starte...