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Class-A Amplification and 15 Amp Outlet
I have Pass Labs Xa100.8 mono blocks. Installed 3 dedicated power lines. One for each mono block and the third for my digital gear. Made a big difference. Amps sound better.  
Please Recommend Highly Efficient Floor Standing Non-Horn Speaker Suggestions
CUBE AUDIO  
Differences the Project RS2 Transport and the (newest) Jay's Audio CD2 Mk 3
Apologies for changing the topic a little.  I have the MSB UMT V which is an Universal Transport together with the Dual power base.  Has anyone compared this unit to the above ?  It connects to the DAC with I2S cable.   Has anyone found a superior... 
preamplifier after preamplifier?
Correction to above entry.   Firca should read for a   Power amp  
preamplifier after preamplifier?
Not possible because the first preamp output will be too high like firca power amp and not for a preamp.    The second preamp will need a low output like from a source example Phonostage ,CD PLAYER or DAC . unless the first preamp has a source dir... 
What are you using as a streamer? Constructive feedback please.
Aurender to MSB DAC. And I don’t miss Roon  
Who Tried Power Conditioners Over The Years and No Longer Use Them Today, Any Why?
Power conditioners never worked on my components.  I tried Shunyata . Running springs , Furutech, Tranparent Audio   
How do you listen?
I moved to an apartment; was worried about  lower volume listening and pleasantly surprised that I still enjoy the music. I hear more and do not suffer the need to tweak.  Higher volume excites the room requiring acoustic treatment et al.  Sure I ... 
What do audiophiles do in their cars?
Nakamichi head unit. Genesis amps x 3 Soundstream subwoofer.Audio control  Active crossover .van den hull cable .  DLS speakers.   Bat cap. Sound deadening material.  But then I grew up and concentrated on home audio.   Now I hardly ever listen to... 
What do audiophiles do in their cars?
bishop 148.  Focal not bad.   All depends on your budget .   But then you might want to upgrade the amplifier  
What do audiophiles do in their cars?
Nakamichi head unit. Genesis amps x 3 Soundstream subwoofer.Audio control  Active crossover .van den hull cable .  DLS speakers.   Bat cap. Sound deadening material.  But then I grew up and concentrated on home audio.   Now I hardly ever listen to... 
Upgrade my CD player or futile effort?
If you spend an equal amount on your CD player to your vinyl rig you might find cd superior  
What process do you use to purchase cables?
My dealer has excellent brands that synergise well. Find a good dealer ; someone that know his products well  and what combinations work best.  
Recommendations and thoughts for end game speakers and amps
Wilson Sasha.  Pass labs XA 100.8.  
100W+ solid-state amps known for beautiful mids
Pass XA 100.8. Mine is super