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Speakers to consider in the $2200 range
I would also check out Audes, The Blues, Very open,and airey speaker. Great soundstage. Very well made, and nice to look at. Brian 
Adcom Amps & Pres
Hi,I have owned both amp and preamp from adcom. The amps will never run out of power,very relieable also. Great amps for a home theater set up. I found the pre amp to be lacking in the detail, depth, air dept. The pre's just would'nt get out of th... 
What happen to finishing speakers like furniture?
Audes Blues speakers our all wood with workmanship and finish of much, much more costly speakers. I was amazed when I saw them for the first time, at this price point.Regards,Brian 
What speakers use SEAS or SEAS-sourced drivers?
Please include the Audes Line.Made in Estonia, by hand, the finish is breath taking. But the real value here is the smooth sound,open and detailed, more like a planer then a box speaker. Very tight bass also included. At this price point, with the... 
Comparing ProAc, Totem, Soliloquy, Tyler
Another so called sleeper in this class of speakers is the Audes Blues. My jaw droped when I heard them. Sound much more expensive, Look much more expensive. Just listen and and surprise yourself. You may even save money. They our wonderful speakers. 
Marantz SA-8260, Class A?
I have an 8260 and love it.But I believe it has been or will be replaced with a new model. What the dealers have left in their stock rooms is all for the 8260. 
Is anyone using viritual dynamics armorned wire?
Garfish,Thanks for the info. I think I will give it a try, being such a cheap upgrade, it seems like a no brainer. I have been so impressed with VD powercords and I/C that the armoned wire is a must at this price point. Thanks AgainBrouch