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Storage of other speakers in the room, shorting them while not in use? Myth or true?
A bunch of active speakers are not going to suddenly start producing notes because another pair of speakers are playing near them. Now if you stick a bunch of passive radiators in there it could be quite different.  
Bluesound Node volume pot setting for an integrated amp
I would set the Bluesound at around 85% and use the volume on your integrated amp to adjust.     Matt M    
What is the best sounding GZ34 / 5AR4 rectifier tube you've ever heard?
The best 5AR4 is the brown bottom Mullard made in the UK. I had one on a Modwright SWL 9.0 Signature edition Pre amp.     Matt M    
What is the “World’s Best Cartridge”?
At that level there is no BEST only different.     Matt M    
Sub Confusion
"SVS SB-4000 is a worthy competitor at a fraction of the price and offers better integration with its mobile app." Ummmm do SVS subs connect via the main amps outputs? I dont think so. the above statement will never be true, just because theres a... 
Please Help - Marantz PM 7000N
May I suggest a pair of KEF LS50W ($2500), these speakers only require a source (like a music server or a smartphone) you dont need any other equipment they have built in amplifiers and DAC’s and volume control. These speakers borrow the same conc... 
Tube PHONO preamp interference - RFI, EMI, bad grounding?
Its not the tubes,so many people point to tubes when theres noise. 99% sure its not the phono pre amp.  
A suitable cart and possible practical tweaks for a Rega Planar 3...
You cant go wrong with the Dynavector 10X5, it is a amazing sounding combo with the RB300 tonearm. However, the key to great vinyl is the phonostage. I really liked the Rega P3 with the Dynavector using a Musical Surroundings Phonomena II , this w... 
I'm at the pearly gates and they tell me I can only bring in one jazz cd
It would be easy to say Miles Davis ...Kinda Blue, that record really did it for me. BUT if I can only bring one then i’m bringing ....Back at the chicken shack by The Incredible Jimmy Smith! or Billy Cobham... Spectrum, dam I cant decide!!     ... 
ADCOM HC/E II cartridge mothballed 25 years ago.
ADCOM was never known for great sounding phono cartridges, thats not their forte'. Time to get a real cartridge for that DUAL :-) Ortofon, Grado, Audio Technica, come to my mind real quick.     Matt M  
Update needed
The REGA Turntable can be elevated by upgrades through GROOVETRACER.com, highly recommended. The Dynavector 10X5 is a incredibly good sounding cartridge and new versions go for $750! The fact that you have this 10X5 mounted on a REGA tonearm shows... 
How to choose a cartridge?
I think its important to get a cartridge that works well with the tone arm it will be mounted to. What are people using with that arm?? This is a good place to start.   Matt M  
Headphones Newbie; Senheisser HD 800s or Focal MG Clear
Go with the Senheisser's, they have been making mainly headphones for decades. Focal makes speakers...big expensive ones too.     Matt M  
Turn off or leave on?
On once a day and off once a day is the best way to go over the long run. :-)     Matt M  
SS with meters
Carver?