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What should you hear?
OP, What you just described is the very definition of sound stage to me. The recording engineers will pan instruments left to right within a recording. You will find on many pop and rock records that the kick drum, snare drum, vocals, and bass gui... 
Vandersteen 1Ci , your experience?
Killer system, audionoobie.  So much so, that I think you should change your handle.Thanks! Can I actually do that? :) 
Vandersteen 1Ci , your experience?
The 1ci’s were the first "audiophile" speaker I ever purchased. Being new to audio, not knowing what I really liked, and thinking I could do better, i got rid of them. I tried upgrading to the 2ce Sig II’s but found they were way too much speaker ... 
Good Streamer with WiFi Connectivity
I've been using a Bluesound Node 2 wirelessly for a couple years. No issues to speak of. The sound between wireless and wired for me is indistinguishable.  
Really need help choosing audio streamer !!!
Don't over think this. Bluesound Node 2i and be done.  
If you listen to anything other than Classic Jazz, don't read this.
BTW, I tried Spatial Audio's M5 Sapphires and wasn't impressed. They work well for many. But that just goes to show that everyone's hearing and preferences are different. You really need to go out and do the work (audition/demo/research) if you wa... 
If you listen to anything other than Classic Jazz, don't read this.
I would recommend a pair of Vandersteen 1ci with a Belles Aria integrated amp. The Vandy 1ci are good all-arounders but I feel like they really shine on music that is "less dense." By that I mean the fewer the instruments, the better they sound IM... 
Help: ISO Beginner full setup for excellent sound on $2000 max budget
@prighelloYou might be better served skipping tubes and vinyl and just going with an all in one solution like the Kef LS50 Wireless. Great looks and sonics. Built in amps tailored to their drivers. No preamp needed or turntable just stream right t... 
Spatial Audio open baffle speakers, who has them? Worthwhile change from Maggies?
@uberwaltz"At the price shipped I could not refuse!Plus Clayton said there was a 60 day return policy to boot so if I really hate them all it’s going to cost is return shipping."Be careful with Clayton if you decide to send them back, which I did.... 
Comparison of latest DAC chips
So is the Sabaj D5 a DAC giant killer? I was going to buy the Chord Qutest as an upgrade to my Mytek Liberty.Anyone here with first hand experience with both the Sabaj D5 and Qutest? 
Speaker company :HHR exotic speakers
Nice to see Dale's stuff getting some mentions here. They are truly remarkable speakers. The thought of crushing those cones I admit is a big reason for me holding off. Although I mainly listen in the mid-70db range with mid-80db peaks. But as i m... 
Best songs to test speakers
I may have missed it, but not one Steely Dan or Donald Fagen recording = FAIL 
Speaker suggestion between $1000 and $2000 please........
You may want to put the Kef R3 on your list of speakers to audition. A lot of technology from their Reference line trickled down into the R series. Lots of detail and superb imaging from the R3 and they're attractive if I do say so.  
Speaker company :HHR exotic speakers
I have not. I'll probably have to wait for my IRS refund.  
Ohm Super Sound Cylinder SSC-4900 initial thoughts kinda review
Thanks for your review monster. I've been curious about these for a good while now. I'm not sure about the quality of the Amazon steaming service, but you may want to look into a hi rez Tidal account. Cheers,Joe