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Amp's that are better sounding than a nad 3020
I replaced my NAD 7250 PE with a Rotel Rx 1052 and thought it was a big improvement. It was $200 plus shipping used.  
Homage to those who are pleased with your audio rig
I am very happy with my system; it's my hearing that's the problem! Anyway, that fact is saving me money because it makes absolutely no sense to spend any more since I know I won't hear any improvement. I don't even know why I am reading  the week... 
Favorite Female vocals that give you goose bumps
Love them both! In my top 10.  
Favorite Female vocals that give you goose bumps
Stargazer3, I didn't look at it from that angle, going way back in time. In that category I would say Dusty Springfield:. I actually got shivers up my neck just now listening to this one! It's been too long since I put this CD in my player.    
You know you have audiophile system when...
Aww!  I was expecting a Jeff Foxworthy comedy routine.  
Competitive class D amp suggestions
+1 on the Primare. I also have the I32. The I35 should be noticeably better, I expect.   
Advice needed on MC cartridges
I.ve never heard the Orfofon. Mt reference for an MM is the Sure V15 RS with a Jico SAS stylus, which is/was quite highly regarded. When I upgraded to MCs I went through the following progression on my Oracle Alexandria MK III/rewired Sumiko Premi... 
the cart or the horse?
If you are dissatisfied with the sound of your system, I am betting you are using someone else's system as a reference. Let that be your guide. What have you heard in the past that you liked?  
Your method for discovering great music.
Here are two resources that have brought new discoveries to me: http://forums.stevehoffman.tv/threads/the-one-little-known-artist-you-would-like-to-promote.746151/   https://audiokarma.org/forums/index.php?threads/high-definition-release... 
Auto-Tune, Snake Oil, Fuses, Cables, Room Correction, Best DAC, Measurements & Tekton
Thanks for lightening my reading, Spencer.  
Words and Sound
It's not a diaper. It's a Speedo. He wears it because he knows he's so gorgeous all the women are staring at him all the time and he wants them to get max thrills.  
Share albums where EVERY SINGLE song is good
Lyra Lynn, Plays Well With Others https://leralynn.com/plays-well-with-others-pre-order Gene Clark, No Other www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8a8cutYP7focgLNtBH8B3EaCMLikq7Ur And the album that turned me on to Clark, Robert Plant & Alison K... 
What's your favorite lyric from a song?
@dmac67  In the same vein, from a different angle: Gotta make your own rules, child Gotta brake your own chains The dreams that posses you Can blossom and bless you Or run you insane Richie Havens - The Hawk  
Headphones vs full range speakers
I never knew how good headphones could sound until I tried Stax earspeakers. They are truly in a differnt class than anything else I have ever heard. The spatial experience is different, of course, but very involving in it's own way to me. The spe... 
Integrated Amp Choices
I understand your reservations about Class D and I also understand that you were not looking for more suggestions, but only for the observations of those who have listened to the particular pairings the you listed, @hi-amp. But in case you might f...