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Low powered integrated recommendation
I’ll second the Vista, though in my case, the Vista Spark.  High quality, low power (35wpc).  But very good sound quality, and <$500.  
Integrated Amp or Separates for Vandersteen 1'cs
I’ve had a Belles Aria with my Treo CT’s, and can verify that it is a great match, great synergy!    
A special loudspeaker - Revival Audio Atalante 5
Would these speakers pressurize a 20x37’ room?  I’m currently using CW4’s, but looking for a bit more resolution.  
Atma-sphere Updates
Has anyone tried hooking up REL subs to the GanFetz monoblocs, and if so, could you explain the process please?  First of all, I’m not sure if these amps should be hooked up as if they are regular monoblocs,or if they are a differential (balanced ... 
What amp/preamp are you using with your Vandersteen Treo CTs?
I used Belles Aria pre and monoblocs, as well as Pass XA30.8.    
Encouraging people to consider a traditional 2 channel stereo system.
It’s not just a niche hobby, it’s also, as far as I can tell, a solitary hobby.  It might even be a hobby that is attractive to introverts.  Damn, I think I just described myself ☺️  
Moonriver 404 reference
I’ve owned a 404R for about two years, and couldn’t be happier with it.  Plenty of power, good dynamics, plays well with any number of speakers I’ve tried it with, plus it looks great!  I don’t see myself ever getting rid of this amp.  
A great singer you may have never heard, or even heard of.
Didn’t know Billy Price ever played with Roy Buchanan, one of my all time fav guitarist’s.  BP used to play in Raleigh every year during the early eighties.  What a great soul singer!  
Ray Wylie Hubbard shares some great stories with Otis Gibbs.
Loved it!  He’s been a favorite of mine for many years, but this interview fills in some of his background that I wasn’t aware of.  
Work out music
An internet radio station called FIP Electro.  Great percussion-driven jams to get lost in.  
Seeking horn array loudspeakers with a maximum price of $17,500.00 per pair.
I’d second the Volti’s, or maybe Charney’s.  I have Klipsch Cornwall’s, but they may be too cheap for your situation.  
Favorite Newly Discovered Female Vocalist
Skye Edwards, in the band, Morcheeba Eilen Jewell Patsy Cline Sandy Denney      
Any Moonriver 404 users out there?
Yes, but now I see you were asking about the base model, which I have no experience with.  
Recommend ~9"-wide 2-ch Power Amp with XLR input - please
The Naim Nait 50 would be a worthy candidate, and would fit your size constraints.  Really enjoying mine hooked up to Rogers LS3/5a’s.  
Any Moonriver 404 users out there?
Looks like I’m in the minority here, but I think the Moonriver 404R is an outstanding integrated amp.  I’ve used mine with many different speakers, and had great results with them all.  Right now, it is powering some Cornwall 4’s in a large room, ...