rrog

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Should I burn these?
I can't find any information about Bose 911, only Bose system for Porsche 911. Do you mean Bose 901 speakers? I agree with others here wondering why you have been listening to speakers you do not like for 5 years. If your speaker is a Bose 901 it ... 
Replacement for KSA-50
Your KSA-50 is a lot more than 10 years old. However, it is not likely you will find an amplifier that compares for $1,000. They don't make them like they used to. You have the real thing. Have it repaired and you will be happy for many years. 
Anyone hear of the Black Cable Tie tweak?
I have been using this tweak for many years. Now I can't live without it. If you want more body double up on the ties. 
What is the most popular wood finish ?
I think rosewood has run its course. Natural cherry and maple seem to be more popular. 
Converting tube preamp from 110v to 230v
It depends on whether you have a dual wound transformer. If not the proper way is to change the transformer. A step down transformer will degrade the sound. 
Used Acoustat 2+2 recommendations?
Acoustats are known to be hard on amplifiers and I am not sure your HT amp will be suitable. Many amplifiers have been damaged trying to drive Acoustat speakers. So many amplifiers were damaged Acoustat designed their own amp. 
What is the benefit of a second amplifier .
I agree with Mechans. 2 channel and HT should be totally separate systems. 
how much of a difference should equipment make?
It depends on where you are coming from and where you are going. 
Pre-Amp that mate well with Threshold or Pass Labs
"I tried a Pass preamp, as well, but didn't like it."Either your taste is different than Nelson Pass' or it was something with your system. Either way it has no relevance. 
Where to invest
Whatever gave you the idea buying stereo equipment is an investment? 
Does vinyl have a sound?
I agree vinyl has a sound (coloration). If you ever have the opportunity listen to a master tape and compare it to vinyl. Also, vinyl goes through its equalization process (RIAA) to reduce noise which adds to the coloration. 
Dunlavy SC4 Speakers
2channeljunkie, The Dunlavy SCIV is a great speaker, one of the best ever. This is not a near field speaker. Because of the wide span of the drivers you will need to be the proper distance from the speakers for the drivers to blend properly. So, y... 
Looking for Schematic; QUICKSILVERS MID-MONO
"I was hoping to find it myself before calling Mr Sanders...."Huh? 
Dunlavy SC4 Speakers
There will always be a following for Dunlavy SCIV.The value is determined by condition, type of wood finish and whether the speakers can be shipped. 
ARC Hybrid FET/Tube audio circuit
".On ARC Hybrid do all the inputs play through the tube section or only the phono?"It depends on the model.