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Rell or JL subwoofer?
I have SVS, Rel, HSU, and Klipsch subs in my 4 systems and the one that is the most versatile and easiest to integrate is the HSU. The HSU subs that I use in my main system are a pair of the VTF-3 MK5 which you can get for $1,959.00 for the pair.   
Which ARC ref linestage to try: Ref3, Ref5, Ref5SE? HATE forward sounding systems
Sorry to get off of the AR line stage topic, I currently own an AR Ref3 preamp, But have you listened to the Audio GD Vacuum HE 1 XLR preamp with the regenerative power supply for 4K or the Vacuum HE-1 LE 10 preamp for 3K I bought the Vacuum HE-... 
Best dealer on Ebay to purchase authentic new Oyaide products from
@lcherepkai Your welcome, I make a lot of my own cables so I buy cable and connectors from all over.  
Best dealer on Ebay to purchase authentic new Oyaide products from
If you just need the connectors you can try this place from Australia Oyaide Power Plugs & Connectors - WAR Audio l Online Store  
Best dealer on Ebay to purchase authentic new Oyaide products from
I have bought many sets of Oyaide interconnects from this company and they are all authentic Cables – STOKYO they are reasonably priced and the shipping was very quick.  
Did the Old Receivers Sound Good?
I still have my Kenwood KR8010 receiver and use it in my 4th set up, and it still sounds very good, if in the Chicago area PM me and I will set up a listening session for you.  
Putting a new end on a XLR cable
I just looked online and it stated that Tara Labs interconnects have a lifetime guarantee. so this should be covered for free.  
Mogami 2549 (Standard) vs 2534 (Quad) etc
+1 on the 2549 wire, I buy it in 500ft rolls and make my own XLR cables and RCA cables in what ever lengths I need, I use Nakamichi RCA plugs NO556 from Nakamichiplugs.com and for XLR connections I use Neutrik NC3FXX female and NCEMXX male connect... 
Fantasy or reality? Inexpensive solid state preamps that get you 80% there?
You might want to look into the Benchmark La4, or the Holo Audio Serene standard or the Serene KTE they go for $2,700.00 to $3,100.00, or if you want tubes the Audio GD Vacuum HE1 XLR tube preamplifier, all of these are very highly rated, and are ... 
I Was Stunned
Pictures or it didn't happen, post up some pics or add pictures to your system pics.  
FUSE BOX delivers perfect protection and superior sound
Let's just be real here it is BS, scam snake oil, crap.  
Preamp for VPI Prime 21 turntable $300-800
There is also a used little loco here on AGON for $2,900.00  
Preamp for VPI Prime 21 turntable $300-800
Try to find a used Sutherland Little Loco phono preamp,or a used Parasound JC3+ or even a Whest audio. There is a Whest Audio PS.30R here on AGON for $1,400.00 right now    
Anthem vs Arcam
Good luck Chris, I think you will happy with the Anthem, plenty of power and you can still hook up external amps with the preouts, and also 2 subs if needed. I also have a separate tube amp hooked up to zone 2 for my headphones, you just have to... 
recommendation of amps
Try an Anthem P2 amp, all the power you will need and a nice neutral sound,around 5k can run any speaker even down below 2 ohms if need be. Or you could try the Parasound JC5 amp, or even the Michi S5 power amp at around $7,500.00