BEST AMPS FOR WILSON SASHA

Charles,
I understand what you're saying about the OP loving his Sasha's. However based on my experience with Wilson Audio Sophia 2's, 3's, and Sasha's I sent the OP a PM suggesting that he should consider other speakers. It's just my experience, but I convinced myself that I loved my Sasha's when I had them also. In hindsight I realized I didn't love them and after I sold them I started to listen to music more often and for longer periods. I know the OP and I may have different sonic priorities, but listening to other speakers may help. 

knghifi,
I submit there are many reasons besides sound that a company can have a large market share in highend audio...marketing and wide distribution are two reasons that I think contribute to a company having a larger market share

I believe bo1972 owns Pass Labs amplifiers, AudioQuest Wel Signature speaker and interconnect cables, Purist power cables, some form of Audyssey, and Monitor Audio speakers. I’m not sure what model Pass Labs or Monitor Audio speakers he has. If I’m correct, I submit his equipment is highly thought of. I own Monitor Audio PL500’s and they are by far the best speaker that I’ve ever owned. The PL500’s are some of the best speakers I’ve heard... Again, no absolutes in audio, but that’s my opinion based on listening.

When I had my Sasha’s I called Wilson Audio and they wouldn’t recommend any components. Some manufacturer’s do, but many won’t. I’m curious, I understand your cd5s has a built in preamplifier, but have you tried or thought of trying a preamp?

p59teitel,
several people asked for Bo to list his equipment, so I did. I don't agree with his tone either. I think it's funny how so many want to dictate how individuals respond to a post and that's why I sent the OP a PM, essentially saying the same thing as Bo, but in a nicer way. So if based on my experience I submit there are better options than Sasha's, why wouldn't I share my thoughts with the OP? He's not required to take my advice, but it is food for thought. If you read some of my previous post, it's clear that I've owned several Wilson speakers and I got highly offended when individuals, including Bo said something negative about them. Once I sold them and started listening to different speakers, I realized that everyone had an opinion and there was no reason for their opinion to invalidate my own. This is a very subjective hobby and no one, including Bo can create a system that everyone likes.