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What DAC upgrade made you say “DAMN, that sounds SO MUCH better than my last DAC”?
An Auralic Vega G2 clearly bettered my PS Audio Direct Stream.My current Mola Mola Tambaqui clearly bettered the Auralic. 
Best sub for music,
REL.  two is better than one. 
Proac K6 Signature, Sonus Faber Amati Tradition,Verity Audio Amadis, Kharma DB-9
I have demo'd the K6 and the Amati Tradition.  To me, the Proac was the 'clear' winner. The Tradition was smooth but dull by comparison. 
Class D amps that are superior to all or most?
rh67 +1 for the Tambaqui DAC!  The Makua is an amazing preamp also and can be had with the Tambaqui internal.  The Mola Mola Kalugas are also excellent, but the DAC and pre are stellar.   
Your advice needed, speakers to buy $8K to $13K
I went similar shopping and chose Revel Studio 2's.  (used 6-8K) new 12K.  Excellent for the money.  I have since upgraded to Salon 2's , but I have a big room.They are not the most efficient, but are smooth and a great value if you can still find... 
Reccomend a good preamp for me.
I also have replaced my PS Audio BHK Pre.  First with the Audionet Pre1-G3, which afforded more clarity and resolution, and a better image.I have now upgraded to the Audionet Pre G2, with even more of the same virtues.The comments about the Benchm... 
Looking for speaker advice-$10-20k
+1 For Revel Studio 2's.  Not too bright (Persona), not too laid back (SF).I went on a four day 4 dealer listening spree, Auditioning these as well as KEF and others.  I do not regret buying the Revels.  Good luck, and yes you will know it when yo... 
Looking for a good Bluetooth speaker
+1 on the JBL portable speakers.I have a small one for travel and the larger boombox for down at the dock or out in the yard. 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Hello,Very interesting discussion and I am late to the party.I have read / skimmed most entries, but excuse me if this has been mentioned.I own and highly recommend the Mola Mola Tambaqui.  It easily bested (to me) my old PS Audio DS, Auralic Vega... 
ROON NUCLEUS+ KEEPS CRASHING
Thanks again to all...I am waiting for the next crash to alert ROON so they can investigate.Of course it has been flawless since I contacted them! 
What is the most analytical sounding amplifier that you have heard?
agree yyz! 
What is the most analytical sounding amplifier that you have heard?
...and non fatiguing! 
What is the most analytical sounding amplifier that you have heard?
How about FAST!  Resolving!  Soundstage! = Audionet 
ROON NUCLEUS+ KEEPS CRASHING
Thank you both! I have similar support request in at Roon just have not heard back yet.... 
Which speakers did you find bright, fatiguing or just disappointing in some way?
at the dealer, Paradigm Persona 7F