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VTL TL7.5 series lll VS VAC Master Line Stage VS AR Ref 6 VS Nagra Classic Preamp
I'm surprised he was not positive about using different different amps. I don't agree but I'm not him. I expect ARC would say the same thing but ARC preamps are used with many different brands of amps. No different for the Dart. As great as the NH... 
VTL TL7.5 series lll VS VAC Master Line Stage VS AR Ref 6 VS Nagra Classic Preamp
BTW I have the Agostino amp and simply love it. I use a Krell 2 box Phantom preamp and am blown away daily. 
VTL TL7.5 series lll VS VAC Master Line Stage VS AR Ref 6 VS Nagra Classic Preamp
email Herve about the balanced question. he's a great guy and will respond quickly.,I think the overall quality of the unit and sonic superiority will supersede a minor loss with balanced cables if in fact it exists. i just don't think ARC's empty... 
VTL TL7.5 series lll VS VAC Master Line Stage VS AR Ref 6 VS Nagra Classic Preamp
If you have any interest in the Dartzeel I'd contact Jonathan Tinn at Blue Light Audio about availability of used units. He's the U.S. distributor and a super guy. I wish this preamp was in my budget.  
VTL TL7.5 series lll VS VAC Master Line Stage VS AR Ref 6 VS Nagra Classic Preamp
At the budget you have you might take a look at a used Dartzeel pre. Check out M Fremers ARC Ref 6 review in Stereophile. He compares it to the Dart pre.. You won't need tubes with the Dart in the system. FWIW 
Dan D'Agostino Momentum amplifier- which preamp?
I use a Krell two box Phantom preamp with my Momentum amp with incredible results. I would think the one box version(222) would excel as well. I was actually guided to my unit by a top Agostino employee when I inquired as to what Krell preamp of r... 
Power conditioner
Audience. The box actually has very high quality parts in it and is just fine plugging your high powered amp into. Provides great transparency with no grain. Zero roll off on top end. FWIW.  
Looking for a Speaker Recommnedation
You owe it to yourself to hear the Revel’s. They are outstanding in all respects and an unbelievable value. The road could stop here for a very long time.  
power conditioner/power cable
I plug my Agostino stereo amp into a top of the line Audience conditioner with zero ill effects but great sound and protection. I've seen many posts of other folks doing the same thing.  
Power conditioner
Audience.  
The most transparent speaker cable
best try nordost. very transparent and exciting to listen to.  
Dan D'agostino classic stereo amp + Dartzeel NHB-18NS
FWIW I mated a Krell Phantom two box pre with my  Agostino  momentum amp. Actually directed that way by a top Agostino guy that knows Krell inside and out. The 222 one box version would please as well. Really love the phantom pre.  
Something just isn't there
Audition an upper end Audience power conditioner if you can. Love mine with good but not ultra expensive power cords which clearly do make a positive difference. PowerChord Se is quite good. Mixing cables can work well too but it can become mind b... 
Nordost Frey 2; what should I expect?
Well after few weeks into the Frey 2 speaker cooking time I think they are great cables. Frankly I don’t know where the bright and thin comments come from. In particular the clarity with unexpected super smoothness will keep these here a very long... 
Nordost Frey V2 power compared to Audience PowerChord SEi
actually wanting neutral to slightly brighter wo edge. might be the nordost?