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Spectron Musician II vs. "Big" Tube Amps
I've compared the Musician II to small tube monoblocks and preferred it, even for the highs and mids. Thgat said, my VR-5s like a lot of power. I run it with a Granite tube CD player or, alternatively, with the Granite through a Syrah pre. Sounds ... 
AZ Satori vs. Audience AU24
1markr--Good question. Granite 860.1. Prior to receiving the Spectron, I'd been quite happy with them. Possibly, the issue stems from the VR 5's liking a lot of power. 
AZ Satori vs. Audience AU24
I see we've veered off topic. Good.I'd encourage you to check out the Spectron. I was using a set of monoblock tube amps to run my Snells and then a new pair of VR 5 HSEs. After I switched to the VR 5s, I bought a Musician II and used the monobloc... 
CD players with volume control ?????
Check also the Granite Tube 657 CDP. I run mine direct to a Spectron amp with good results. 
I need more Funk
Seems like you're aiming for a tight jazz/funk sound:Check out "Funky Thide of Sings" by Billy Cobham, "Astral Pirates" by Lenny White and any of the James Brown stuff with Maceo, Pewee and the gang (the JB Horns, as referred to above). Great funk... 
Repairing/Modifying Bow ZZ-8
Twilo and Hgeifman,Many thanks for your responses. I greatly appreciate your help. I'll be contacting the folks you suggested.David.