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Need help with speaker wire connection to ARC Classic 60
So over the years I’ve used the banana connector adapters recommended by inhifiman and kalili on the following amplifiers with great success: McIntosh MC30, Audio Research D-40, D-70, D-115B, Classic 30 and Classic 60. The speaker wires used were ... 
Dealer Discount
To use the example of the OP (“mid level audio equipment”) most/many electronics lines will have a 40% margin to the dealer. A well run/efficient dealer will probably have a COB (cost of doing business) of at least 25%. So, when you walk in and as... 
Audioquest SKY Interconnects
Read through the seller’s feedback. Many “used” pairs have been sold. Right…  
Audiocubics ?
Their (Audiocubics) social media activity is virtually nil since 2013. Not a very positive sign. There is a potential low cost alternative available on eBay that you might want to research: Chase RLC-1E.  
Area rug-my dilemna
Your newly posted system is beautiful. Along your line of thinking and before buying a new rug(s), try moving the rug back away from the system a foot at a time and listen for differences. Stated another way, increasing the amount of exposed floor... 
Replacement Marantz (Clearaudio) TT-15 ("Emotion") pulley?
Since it is a Marantz product (yes, I understand it is sourced from Clearaudio), you may want to start with Marantz service:https://www.us.marantz.com/us/support/pages/limitedwarranty.aspx 
buyer question
A little off topic, but…   +1 for Wolf_Garcia   All fees are the responsibility of the seller, period. If you as the seller want all of your fees covered simply be a good business person and list your product for a higher price. As an active m... 
What was your first big eye opener with regard to audio?
The first time this wild man (Noel Lee) waltzed in to the “stereo store” where I was working and proceeded to proclaim his 12 gauge wire sounded better than the 18 gauge zip cord that we gave away every day with system/speaker sales. I would call ... 
Your favourite music movie?
One more time:   Regarding Henry   Glory   Cal (Music from the Film)   The Blues Brothers  
Your favourite music movie?
In no particular order:Regarding HenryGloryCal (Music From the Film)The Blues Brothers 
Selling Advice
Sergio,   If anything you will most assuredly get diverse opinions on this site. I would respectfully offer a different (maybe more factual) perspective on potential value of some of these products. It is my humble opinion that eBay may be your ... 
Worth of current system
Further thoughts; add an additional $2.5K - $3K for acoustical room treatment. 
Worth of current system
Today I’d estimate $22K, down from a high of approximately $50K. I’m also an audio hoarder, so probably another $10K in additional components and speakers.  
What is the best solid state amplifier you have ever heard?
In a retail setting; BEL (Brown Electronics Labs) MK-V's. 
What is the best solid state amplifier you have ever heard?
As already mentioned, an insurmountable degree of variables to answer properly. For entertainment value and in no particular order: Mark Levinson 29, Audio Research 100.2 and Pass Labs Aleph 30. Yes, I have owned all three over time and am current...