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Best cable for Quad 988?
I use Quad 988's and the best cables I have used on them so far is the Virtual Dynamics master limited edition.Before I used,Harmonix cables,a different presentation than the Virtual but still a true reference cable.I was'nt impressed with Nordost... 
Musical Subwoofer for 2 Channel System BUT....
I use the Karan Kai-180 to drive my Quad 988's with a pair of Rega Vulcan subwoofers.The subs hook up similiar to the Rels(speakon connectors that take the signal from the Karan binding post).I feel that this is the best way to hook up subs. 
Is There any Truly "High End" Integrated Amp?
I would have to say,KARAN ACOUSTICS.The KAI-180 replaced my CAT ULTIMATE MK3/ART AUDIO JOTA SINGLE ENDED combo.Fantastic sound. 
Seeking $15,000.00 speaker to replace Quad 988's
Your choice of electronics could be improved.To be fair the only conventional speakers I would recomend would be the Ashendo from Germany and some of the Harbeths and Rodgers from the Uk.You could even double stack or tripple stack Quad esl 57's(c... 
Seeking $15,000.00 speaker to replace Quad 988's
I have worked for one of the best audio dealerships in NEW YORK and I had the chance to listen to speakers up to $120,000.the pair.I feel that the Quads do lots of things better.WITH proper set up and good tube electronics they will get you closer... 
Best subwoofer for Quad 988?
I get excellent results with a pair of Rega vulcans(the drivers are small so this means speed).They are based on the REL subwoofers set up(speakon connectors),no roll off,the main speaker and the subs work together.This may sound strange,but I bel... 
Quad 988 in 15' x 12' room
You wont believe it,I use my 988's in a room 12'x12'and I get state of the art sound.I have them on sound anchor stands(custom made)12"high,backed up by a pair of Rega vulcan subwoofers(speakon connectors).I also use a Asc tube traps in the corner...