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Best tubes for my mc 275 Gordon gow
If you don't want to venture down the deep dark rabbit hole that is NOS, Genelex Gold Lion is I think definitely the way to go. 
Have you ever hated the sound of your system one day, and loved it the next?
The flaw in the logic here is the expensive power conditioner.  They can definitely improve some things, but cannot eliminate all the variations provided by your local friendly (?) utilities company.  Beyond changes in your own metabolism/mood, th... 
Two Type of sound and listener preference are there more?
All I know is that years ago, I owned Muse Model 300 monoblocks and Thiel 3.6's; I'd put on a DDD recording by DGG, and I'd have to take if off again 2 minutes later.  I want a system that at the least renders most recordings listenable. 
why do people feel the need to buy expensive cable
I just don't get it.  I don't understand why people get so worked up about pricing of components (cables) and--other thread--double-blind testing.Cables measure differently.  A lot of people hear differences.  Scientific understanding of the physi... 
keeping perspective on evaluating improvements
'502 does not make any difference whatsoever, in any of its 27 configurations.  Going back. 
McIntosh MA5200 hum
This will work if there is actually a fixable problem with the Mc.  Experience tells me that there are some transformers when fed with certain AC supplies will hum, regardless of whether the transformers are entirely within spec.  Same experience ... 
need a 75 ohm digital coax with a 90 degree right angle plug vs RCA cable
Voodoo (Cables) would likely cook one up for you, if they don't have it. 
Speakers least affected by room acoustics
@recordchanger2018 The guy who designed the Emerald speakers moved on and founded Spatial Audio, which is his current company.  Check them out over on Audio Circle. 
where best to spend $2-3000 upgrade dollars in my system
Everyone's preferences (I repeat, everyone's) in speakers will be different.  I think they inspire more loyalty and dislike that any other component.  Ask a question on the internet, and 12 people will reply with 17 different answers.That being sa... 
Transport for Exogal Comet Plus DAC
http://www.nuprimeaudio.com/product/cdt-8-pro/?v=7516fd43adaa  
Delta Sigma DACs
So in short:it's all about implementation. 
Audioquest Niagara 5000 or 7000
1000 is definitely "assembled in Taiwan". 
where best to spend $2-3000 upgrade dollars in my system
Depending on what it is that you want to achieve (just "overall better"?), I'd say the speakers. 
Classical Music for Aficionados
Wow!  Try McEwen's symphonic works on Chandos, including Solway symphony.  This remarkably recorded CD will really give your system a full work-out. 
Transport for Exogal Comet Plus DAC
CXC has a totally deficient remote control.  Also it clicks wildly with the Schiit DACs.  Otherwise it's fine as far as I can see (I own one).