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Decent Bookshelf Speakers ?
I would recommend used Linn Tukans. They work best against the wall. 
Full Range Speaker list
users.nac.net/markowitzgd/davi... 
Looking for the king of mini monitors under $1500
I would recommend Spendor 3/5se. I listen mostly classical music, and to me they just sound RIGHT. 
EH 6550's?
Btw, Are Kt 90 still available? They were better than Kt88 or 6550's in my SF amp. 
Who's Your Favorite Bass Players; Why?
Did anybody mention James Jamerson? 
Amazing ''Overachieving'' products...your pick?
Pass Aleph 3, Pass Aleph 3, and Passs... 
Cary vs Jadis vs Quad tube amps
Who is going to service your Jadis in the case you need to? Something also to think about it. 
Krell KAV-400xi, how good is it?
I had experiance with other Krell Kav 150, and didn't like it. This time I listened Martin Logans with Kav 400xi and was very impressed. Not at all what most people think of Krell "house sound. I own Pass Aleph 3, but wouldn't hesitate to own 400x... 
Musical SS Amp Under $350 w/ Adcom GFP 565 Pre Amp
I believe i had the same one. it was Alpha 220, with led displays and if i can remember plug for headphones? I regret selling it. 
Musical SS Amp Under $350 w/ Adcom GFP 565 Pre Amp
Agree with Marakanetz. On E-bay Nikko is often found very resaonably. And they (were) are excellent amps. 
What speakers do you use with your SET's?
"I listen to all kinds of music, some of it is even good."I like that man.BTW check:http://www.pispeakers.com Talk to Wayne Parham and he'll suggest a pair for your needs. Also, ask Duke what he thinks about his Audiophile's 7's. 
Deltec DPA DACs - PDM1 and Bigger Bit
I have Pdm 1024 and "Little Bit" series two. I compared their-once- most expensive unit with the least. Little $300 unis is one great DAC. The differences were there but not $9700! I don't think you will be disapointed with Bigger bit. 
Rediscovering 2 classical LP's...:-
I can say that I am rediscovering the whole new analog sound. Bought brand new Technics 1200 MkII Project box, then I found NOS Acutex cartridge. On the top of it, found mint condition Brams Violin Concerto performed by David Oistrakh and Otto Kle... 
Sonus Faber Grand Piano Homes - What next??
"Music choices are jazz and vocalists..."? I don't understand why would you trade SF's when they absolutely RULE in reproducing exactly those styles of music?? What don't you like about Sonus Fabers? 
Older higher end or newer mid-fi...better bargain?
Depending on your speakers. If reasonably sensitive i would go with Pass Aleph 3 and AES or Cary tube pre. Not very original, i have that combo, but it works for me.