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Plinius or Simaudio
I've had Plinius and Simaudio with the Forests. I agree with what Foster_9 stated. I've owned an I3 and had an I5 in my system for a week. I found Simaudio extremly detailed, clean, clear, forward, with good bass. Clean, clear, detail is all good ... 
Devore Super 8 and B&W 805s-shootout
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$40.000 speaker advise. Check out my list
What would NASA Carlos do? 
Devore Super 8 and B&W 805s-shootout
I am listening to the Super 8's as I write this. I love the tone, soundstage and the imaging of the Devore's. I've been through many speakers, including a few pairs of B&W's (not the 805s) If you are happy with them I would keep them, however ... 
Best Value Speaker Model for the Buck?
Totem Forest is a class leader for sure. 
Speaker connection to vintage gear???
Nordost can terminate their cables with small spades that fit older McIntosh amps. If you find a used pair they charge $25 for each termination.