The 7 years I spent with my pair of SC-7S2’s, yes I run then mono, the MA-9S2’s, and SA-7S1 mated to M/L CLX’s with 2 Decent i’s where great sonic times for me. Until I had an uninvited guest come calling well I was out. Would have gone into retirement with these.
As I recall the thing I remember was the appsense of the electronics in the room if you will. Build the whole system you will be happy.