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VPI Cyclone cleaner
Bump. 
Funny and clever Axpona Ad
... based on a true story..... 
Newb on the loose
Why not a cartridge by Clearaudio? 
Metal-base and non metal-base 5AR4/GZ34?
I just bought one of these for my Modwright SWL9.0 sehttp://www.upscaleaudio.com/philips-5r4gys-made-in-holland/ had to cut a hole in the cover to accomadate the size,but Im very happy with it. Got mine from a guy in Holland thru ebay for less $. 
What's your latest album purchase?
Just bought a Columbia 6 eyes Count Basie in great condition and a near mint Donovans Greatest Hits. $17.00 for both. 
Electrical Ground to Water Pipe, No Earth Ground
Get a new electrician. If a car takes out your utility pole it doesn't matter what kind of ground you have,you're going to lose power. As for the difference in sound, I'll let others pontificate on that. Personally, I would want an earth ground in... 
Modwright 9.0 SE versus Conrad Johnson PV-14L Mk 2
Thanks for the reply Mofi. 
Keeping dustcover looking new
FWIW, I just ordered a 8oz bottle of Novus #1 cleaner /polish. Will update with results in the future if anyone is interested... 
Modwright 9.0 SE versus Conrad Johnson PV-14L Mk 2
Mofi - were those Amperex 7119's Dutch or U.S.? Thanks. 
Modwright 9.0 SE versus Conrad Johnson PV-14L Mk 2
I have the 9.0 with the tube rectified ps and Modwright caps. Ive never felt (heard) it to be analytical or bright. I love it. As Erndog suggests, maybe it is just exposing a weakness upstream. I also replaced the rectifier tube with a Dutch Phili... 
Keeping dustcover looking new
Thank you all for your responses. Will definitely try the Novus route. 
Floor Stander with Small Footprint 7K - 15K
Check out the Dali Epicons on sale here. Gorgeous. 
What tube preamp is a step up from Rogue Magnum 99
I used to own the 99 Magnum. It was a nice pre. In the never ending pursuit of something better I sold it. I also sold its replacement and the next replacement after that one. I have been living happily with a Modwright SWL 9.0 SE for the last 3 y... 
Music Direct Clearance: Focal, Epos
I bought the Epic 2's a few months ago for a second/surround system. Very happy with them, especially at that price. They just sound good,nothing accented and nothing really MIA.. Nice looking and built well. Never had to return anything to MD, so... 
year end best of list...the "Bones"
My 25 year old son turned me on to these guys over the summer. He is one funky, soulful white boy!