g9taylor

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Recommended for Americana Fans: Amanda Ann Platt and the Honeycutters
Great recommendation.  Thanks!  
Cardas Clear XLR interconnects
My suggestion would be to buy a 4m pair.  Honestly, a mismatched pair would be nearly impossible to sell later.  You'd have to find someone with exactly the same need later.  
Joseph Audio Dealers in the Western US
https://www.avsolutionsca.com/speakers.html I've been a happy customer.  
???YOUR Personal Favorite???Why???
One more vote for the Joseph Audio Pulsar.  I owned a pre-graphene pair for several years and they were an excellent speaker across all types of music.  
Problem: DAC or streamer San Francisco east bay help
I'm glad it worked out for you.  
Problem: DAC or streamer San Francisco east bay help
@allenf1963 Thanks for the heads up.  
Problem: DAC or streamer San Francisco east bay help
I live in Pleasanton and would be happy to help.  You can message me directly if you like.  
D’Agostino Integrateds
@maxwave Sorry if my thoughts wasted your time. @creditingkarma You are right.  The YB MK2's don't require 400w mono blocks.  I bought the amps as part of a plan to do a significant remodel that would have given me a much larger listening room an... 
D’Agostino Integrateds
I haven't heard the Momentum integrated but I have the HD pre and the MxV mono blocks.  They don't lack fullness and richness in the mid-base.  Based on that I'd say it may be worth a listen to the integrated.  
Phono Stage in inputs for 2 tonearms
I really like my Zesto Tessera Reference.  At the high end of the price range but outstanding and all the controls are on the front.  
Flexible Power Cords
I'm not sure what you consider budget end price wise, but there are two cables with which I've had good experience.  Cardas, clear reflection in my case, high quality, neutral and very flexible.  Cardas are moderately expensive.  Also, Kimber Base... 
Lowest priced MC thats better than a Premium MM?
Another that I haven't seen mentioned that is worth considering is the Ortofon Quintet Black.  Nice combination of detail and musicality.  
Zesto Andros 1.2
I have been using an Andros 1.2 for well over 5 years now.  It is marvelous.  I've made a number of significant upgrades to my system, but had little interest in changing it.  I'm just now replacing it with a Tessera Reference.  The primary reason... 
78-RPM to Digital Transfer
I should also add that I have searched Google and seen a number of options.  I'm hoping to find someone who has experience with a good one.  
Looking for a Warmer Sounding Phono Cartridge
It's outside your price range, though not outside the Koetsu you mentioned, but you should consider the Benz LPS.  It is a wonderful, full bodied sound, without becoming flabby or losing detail.  Exquisit midrange.  It is a heavy cart and works be...