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upgrading speaker crossovers
I would wait until your gear is back from CJ before deciding on which caps to use in the HF circuit. Solen would be fine for the LF and MP though. 
Transmission Line Bass
PMC is an excellent example of a well designed TL. 
Rega DAC vs. EE Minimax vs. Centrance vs. W4S 2
Having heard the DAC-2 in 6+ rigs, I scratch my head when I read that someone found it bright. Something else must be amiss in the room or rig. For example, the source they're comparing it to was warm or lush, the speakers, associated gear or cabl... 
Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil
Considering Volleyguy started the thread, I don't see a big deal if he goes a little off topic. Besides, there's already 33 pages of cap info here. If you need more info, just ask. 
Pre-amp with balanced suggestions?
Wyred 4 Sound STP-SE is exactly what you're looking for. Check out the misc. reviews at 6 Moons and the rest of the net. 
Ever tried putting a cap inline with RCA for XOVER
http://www.marchandelec.com/xovers.htmlOr google passive line level crossover. 
These new POLK LSiM's look tempting
They sound fine in a larger room. 
On a mission for more BASS
You'll need subs or another speaker. Check out JL Audio for a sub on par with Wilson speakers. 
Identifying Polk speakers
Monitor 7, it's right on the serial on the back. 
KEF Blade
I would love to hear these.It appears they're also available in some wild custom colors: http://www.kef.com/html/us/showroom/flagship_hi-fi_series/blade/finishes/index.html 
Wyred STP-SE : Break In Times
What cables are you using? What preamp did you replace?That's a fantastic sounding preamp and shouldn't sound anything like you're describing. 
W4S ST-1000, How Loud Should It Play?
When I ran a DAC-2 into a ST-500, my volume was usually in the 50+ range if I wanted to listen loud. The speakers used at the time are about 83dB. I fixed it by adding a STP-SE, and it improved the SQ too. ;) 
McIntosh and "hard" music?
Go with Mac solid state. 
W4S ST-1000, How Loud Should It Play?
Are you running balanced or single ended cables? 
Which Multi-Channel Amp?
I have a Wyred 4 Sound Mini MC-5 paired with my AV7005. Just like the AV7005, it's fully balanced and has a nice sound to it.