I've moved the thread to the "problems and assistance" sub section 

I have seen the cheap and nasty eBay LEDs create havoc in the lamp matrix. It sounds like a really bad case of "ghosting", but i've not seen it this bad.

Questions -
Are the globes masking an underlying problem?

No. The LEDs are the problem.

Do I need to add or change something to make the machine LED compatible?

No. LEDs are "plug and play"

Or from my readings is there a faulty diode('s) on the column or row sending the LED's haywire?

No.

Suggestion - Add small amounts of LEDs at a time. Check that the legs are straight on the LEDs. I've done a few ST TNGs with RTBB LEDs without Ghosting or any issues at all. The problem sounds like the LEDs.