axeis1

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Top vintage receivers vs. modern high-end equipment
OP has a freaking Paragon! If it’s mint it’s at least $25k. Vintage Marantz, Mac, Citation would be appropriate. Not some old receiver. The Paragon was expensive when it was new, it’s was always paired with the good stuff.  
What just happened to accepting Paypal?? looks like they are trying to drive us away
So this is a PayPal thing and A'gon has no control. I have a couple of Items for sale, I guess after or if they sell I'll have to move on. I hate to say this but it almost seems like a way to report detailed info to the IRS.  
Standmount speakers. I have $5000.
Dynaudio S40 owner.. great speakers that Dynaudio could have sold for at least a grand more.. Maybe that's the anniversary gift? a $5k speaker for $3k  LoL I'd just buy a new pair in red; amazing especially if your wife like Rosewood the red will ... 
Sonus Faber peeling leather
I’d love to see a picture.  
Interconnects and Speaker Cable, What in your history hit your pleasure button?
@frazeur1 I used DH Labs Q10 for almost 10 years. I recently replaced it with the Audience. Not even close. But the DH Labs for the money is a great cable. I’ll go so far to say best reasonably priced cables out there.  
Integrated amp
Maggie’s need mucho current! The Sim are an excellent choice.  
Standmount speakers. I have $5000.
Oops I see you already have subs. I’ve never been a fan of used speakers. In any case the Red Special 40’s are really beautiful they look more like red wine! 
Interconnects and Speaker Cable, What in your history hit your pleasure button?
I’ve tried and used many. I’ve settled down with Audience. I’m using The new Front Row USB, AU24-SX interconnect from Dac to amp and AU24-SX Speaker cables.Magically Musical. Natural extension on top with no etch, midrange is just sublime, bass is... 
Standmount speakers. I have $5000.
I have the Dynaudio Special 40, they really are special. As a plus the cabinets are gorgeous! And at $3k a pair you could add a nice REL sub , I have T7i, with REL cable!   
Streamer choices and help
I bought a used Aries Femto, but It didn’t work out. It was kind of beat up. Then I had to chase the seller around for a bit to get my $$ back. So I bought a Auralic G1..It ticks off all the boxes! Very happy.. Sounds great easy to setup I run it ... 
Naim Audio system owners - What speakers are you using with Naim?
Dynaudio, I have the Special 40 with Naim SN2, ProAc would be a good choice too 
Recommendations for a new integrated amp for Vandersteen 3a speakers
I’d look for a used Plinius 9200. Lots of grunt to control the woofers of the 3a . Lots of reviews out there.  
Buyer is claiming damage that was done by him!
You have the pictures you used in your original ad that shows no damage?  
WAF Speaker suggestions
ProAc, Harbeth, Dynaudio. All wonderful sounding. Love my Dynaudio Special 40. Any of the new ProAc with the ribbon tweeters.  
Help! Will lubricant affect spkr.cables?
Why not just use a snake to pull wires through? As far as lube, soapy water since it’s the mildest thing I can think of