blackhawkskid6

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Moving again...system finally complete...back to starting over
Thank you perk. This is interesting. How is the lower volume listening with your setup? Also is the bass output generally dependent on the quality of the recording or does the synergy of the naim and the Heritage speakers add something? thanks  
Moving again...system finally complete...back to starting over
Actually, no....because I am expecting a smaller listening space and the Spendor's are pretty large.  I am getting the impression I should give it a whirl. Thank you for the optimism!  
Moving again...system finally complete...back to starting over
I’m in Hingham MA on the south shore of Boston. I’m fine with the strength to move everything. I also have a 20 yo son who is always ready to help when he is home from college. It’s just the size of boxes, storing them later, new room. You all hav... 
Moving again...system finally complete...back to starting over
Wow, these are all very interesting suggestions for a replacement rig! I will research the Devialet and Luxman possibilities.  I once owned a Hegl integrated that I absolutely loved until the internal dac's circuit chip quit on me. The Hegel serv... 
Moving again...system finally complete...back to starting over
Thanks again everyone for your time responding and what you each have to share!   I am fairly young...59...I packed everything myself except the 80 lb Spendor's and my son helped me with those. Everything is boxed and already at a temp controlle... 
Moving again...system finally complete...back to starting over
Thanks all for the responses. I had an a21se in this system and it ran too hot. Pass is slightly cooler and quieter due to lower gain on the front end. thank you.   
Moving again...system finally complete...back to starting over
Thanks Jerry. I purchased existing system used. That may be my best option. Appreciated.   
Diapason Adamante dealer in US?
Thank you for checking. This is only the distributor and not the dealer. This group does have a dealer and I emailed them but no response. I appreciate your help!  
Any turntable installation references for help in Boston area?
Yes, you are correct and that slipped my mind...but I have never been there. It is the Audio Shoppe on Keith Way near Derby. Two great references. Thank you!   
Why the hate for mcintosh amps?
Their design language is hideous.   
Michi X-5 Integrated amplifier (Where to buy?)
One is available now on USAM $5900 
Never Used -- in Sealed Box
I have bought and sold NIB/Never used/only opened to check shipping for :Belles Aria IntegratedRega P6Harbeth 30.1'sVarious cablesContext: Belles: I was purchasing a new turntable and DAC from a dealer. The dealer offered a 'bundle' to me... an in... 
Harbeth P3ESR metal tweeter
Also I plan on using an existing B&W PV1D sub if needed. 
Harbeth P3ESR metal tweeter
Thanks for the interest and replies.The room is approximately 15' x 12'Tellurium Q black cables (bananas)  swapped out occasionally with LAT International (spades). No clue on what criteria to look for to create synergy.  
Harbeth P3ESR metal tweeter
I have read this in a number of different forums (Agon, AK, even the slanted HUG forum mentions degrees of sibilance). Thanks for letting me know that you have not experienced this. Do they require a large amount of power or are they easy to drive...