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Physically Comfortable Headphones
I’ve own several different brands of headphones and finding one that is comfortable for a long listening session is very difficult. you might consider ZMF, they sound great and are more comfortable than most I’ve tried  
Turntable suggestions for a newbie
I own the Clearaudio  performance DC and I have enjoyed it very much. I’m no expert but it sounds like the deal you have been offered isn’tpretty good if what he has is truly in mint condition and that’s a big if. I’ve also owned Rega which I thin... 
Next Upgrade? DCS Rossini or Dagostino Progression Integrated
FWIW upgrading the bartok  to the Apex version is, to my ears, a very significant improvement might be worth considering  
Is it me? Will I ever be satisfied?
You have received a lot of good advice, although if you take all of it you’ll have to start over. I would go slow. I would start with speaker placement and modest room treatments- I don’t think you have to rebuild the room to get decent improvemen... 
The Highest - Suprema
That must have been a great experience  looking at that setup, it must’ve been pretty close to the pinnacle of what a system can do  
Experience with Simaudio Moon North amps
Thanks. All of that makes sense. I'm in the beginning stages of thinking about this, but like simaudio. Was thinking about dual 761s or a single 861. The 861 should certainly have more than enough power and I rarely listen at level above 85 dbl. D... 
Experience with Simaudio Moon North amps
Thank you for that perspective. My room has been professionally treated, and I think it is set up reasonably well, although there are some factors that are hard to address. I’ve never owned monoblocks so I don’t have firsthand knowledge, but have ... 
Experience with Simaudio Moon North amps
Thanks to you both. I used a moon 390 for several years and have a moon phono stage. I’ve been very pleased with simaudio products But have not had a chance to hear anything from the new north collection. The primary reason I would consider mono ... 
What companies, out of Business, did you LOVE???
EPI-Epicure Speakers my first set of speakers~1979  
Upgrade speakers or DAC
I have the Il Cremonese and I think that’s your best bang for the buck. I upgraded from SF Serafino- outstanding in its own right- and the difference is substantial. Initially planned to go with the Amati which is a great speaker but moving up to ... 
An integrated bargain?
I used a moon 390 preamp- streamer- dac for several years ( since replaced with separates)and thought it performed very well. I also have a moon phono stage and it is excellent. Simaudio is a quality brand and certainly worth auditioning  
Dealers of High End Equipment
I have a dealer that I trust and respect. I have bought a lot of gear from my dealer and he understands what I expect. My dealer is about an hour and a half away since there are few options where I live. As I tell him, I am old and inept, so if I ... 
Several used sonos faber il cremonese for sale. why?
Seems like we’ve done this before   
Where Do I Go from Here?
Good luck in landing where you want to be. you have a very nice system. I spent somewhere around your budget, not too long ago on Sonos  Faber Il Cremonese Speakers and have been very pleased. But as others have said, for that kind of money there ... 
I’m confused. Please explain.
+1 @secretguy to me, it’s just about a reproduction of the music that is enjoyable, relaxing and makes me forget about the cares of the day because I’m into the music. why should it be more complicated than that?