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Line Magnetic 501-a gold? any experience?

I heard one of these with a Harbeth 7es-3 and quite enjoyed it; I am thinking of purchasing the system. Everybody of course raves about the Harbeth, but almost no reviews about the Line Magnetic. The LM 501-a also had a 502ca dac connected which I thought worked well also.

FYI this dealer also hooked up various combinations Naims, LM, 7es-3s, and super 5s. I was disappointed in all the Naim/Harbeth combos, which surprised me as they are well reviewed together, and I am usually a solid state guy.

This is a second system coming in at around 10k minus the source. Open for suggestions.
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I have a 501ia with aftermarket (but certified service) sub output.  I’ve had for roughly 2 years and love it.  I will likely upgrade the tubes, but it really has a warm sound to it.  I have the Harbeth HL5 plus speaker and while i love them, you are right they recreate high frequency very well with the super tweeter and that is why I’ve had to add the subwoofer to help bring better balance.  
I want to replace some tubes and upgrade my turntable from a Rega P3 trying to tease out a better mid-range.  

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