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Trafomatic Audio Reference 300B monos
6 Moons reviewed some products a few years ago. And Srajan even had a custom amp made. 
Elrog 300B vs Takatsuki 300B tubes
I heard the monoblock version of the First Watt SIT amplifiers at last summers CAF - driving the Zu Def 4s (a speaker that I know well). They sounded great, but are only 10 watts and run hot (much hotter than my 300b SET). If I needed more power, ... 
Buying equipment
A number of manufacturers sell direct to the consumers and even allow for a generous in-home audition period. Zu, Tekton, etc come to mind. Also, as crazy as it may sound, Amazon sells some pretty good gear. 
Elrog 300B vs Takatsuki 300B tubes
Randy, I, too, will be interested in Charles' opinion. I had a pair of SERPs that were relegated to the closet as soon as I heard the Takatsukis. 
Elrog 300B vs Takatsuki 300B tubes
I, too, am curious about the comparison. I have not heard the Elrogs, but have been a fan of the Takatsukis for several years. I even bought a back-up pair ... just in case. They are available from Amazon for a premium, but can be sourced directly... 
Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...
You have just convinced me never to try this at home. 
Classical music comps
There are several Reference Recording compilations that are good. 
Opinions on Lipinski speakers
I heard them more than five years ago. A somewhat older incarnation. As I recall good imaging and resolution. Somewhat limited bass. However, off-axis listening was not a strength. 
Agree or disagree with the following statement.
"If you have never listened to any particular component, you can't have an opinion on how it sounds." This applies to much more than just audio equipment. 
Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...
I see this more as a radio program than as a TV miniseries. 
Vivaldi - The Four Seasons, Anne Sophie-Mutter
I also like Sparf on BIS with the Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble on original instruments. 
Traveling never going to happen??? need advice
No. I would not make the trip. 
Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...
It is, however, possible to go too low in power. I started with a 45SET and then a 2a3 before settling on a 300b amp. My very long speaker cable runs may have had something to do with the fact that the 45 and 2a3 sounded thin despite the fact that... 
Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...
60 day in-home audition from Tekton? Seems like a no-brainer. 
What's the greatest bargain in SET these days?
BTW. . . Takatsuki 300b are now available on Amazon!