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Bi-wireing speakers
@akg_ca , Nice post.OP, as akg said there is a lot of divergent material on bi wiring speakers.But, if it didn't do anything, why offer it?Vandersteen believes it to be a significant improvement. And, using 2 separate runs is the best, most comple... 
BluOS versus Roon library question
It would be best to call Bluesound. They pick up the phone and have excellent service.I wonder if the BS Vault might be something you could use?I only own Nodes, so I can give any advice on the Library part.B 
Qobuz.
They told me I wasn't going to be a beta tester and I have to wait with everyone else.What nerve...B 
Catastrophic Accident! What To Do!?
@ganach,Good idea.Tom Tutay is highly regarded.B 
Speaker Cable Advice
I use AQ GO-4's with my Vandy's and have no complaints.A step 'below' Castle Rock, but one that should be considered, especially if it fits more with your budget.B 
Wireless to Ethernet Adapter for DAC
Yup, I use a Netgear WNCE 300, to get a 5ghz signal to my aged Bluesound Node (only 2.5 ghz capable). It works like a charm.I am thinking of wiring the house, as it isn't very hard, thankfully. But, I can't say if it sounds better. What I can say ... 
Need speaker suggestion for a larger room!
Vandy Quatro's. 
Problems with Bluesound Vault and PC app finding Node2 that are wireless
@Mahler,You have to put in a ticket through the app Help tab. They get back very quickly.B 
Problems with Bluesound Vault and PC app finding Node2 that are wireless
I, too, am having issues with Bluesound.Spotify skips, Deezer repeats.They have been good at responding to my requests, but after some update in September, I have been having nothing but problems-none of which is resolved.Please do open a ticket. ... 
Which power cords should I look at?
Zu cables, of which I own a number of, are very good considering their cost. I doubt aberyclark will be disappointed.And, yes, they do require some time to 'break in'.B 
Back to the drawing board
I still think the Vandy subs w/crossover are the least intrusive way to add subs to a system. Simple and elegant.Mind you, I also own a pair of HSU subs (forget the model-VHS-1?), but the 2wq's are so much more seamless. I'll get the Sub 3's when ... 
Looking for new speakers
@tomic601 ,+1 again.If you could stretch your budget and wait for a used pair, the Treo's would be the best investment. Pair them with the Vandy subs and you can't go wrong-IMHO.I heard Vandy's back in the '80's and never forgot how good they soun... 
Advice needed: am I going in the right direction?
@big greg.+1Your system will dictate the level of sensitivity you require.In your case, I would suggest a Schiit Bifrost Multibit.B 
Catastrophic Accident! What To Do!?
@larry,Leave  the OP alone. He doesn't have the funds to go to a new amp.Let's wish him well and hope just replacing the tubes will resurrect his amp. If it doesn't, I bet Roger will be able to help him.Bob 
recommend hifi home setup service in oakland / east bay
 I think Tomic601 is in your area. PM him. A good guy with lots of experience.B