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Dealers hijacking the discussions
Nice posts dynaquest and 213runnin.B 
Bluesound node 2 to usb dac
I was going to recommend the Ayre Codex, and Schiit Gungnir or Yggrsil, but reading your OP, it seems you want an MQA decoding Dac.For me, I am waiting for the dust to settle before I commit money to this technology. I know some swear to MQA sound... 
Vandie .7 vs Maggie .7
I think Kalali said best. With your equipment the Vandy's should sound better. If you can eventually get a 2wq sub or two, you will way ahead of the game-Vandy subs use a crossover that alleviates the power demands of low frequencies on your amp. ... 
Shopping for Interconnects
My budget pick:Zu audio, you can buy their older models at a discount on Ebay.My preferential choice:Audioquest.B  
Ayre Codex or Bryston
I would contact Johnny Rutan (audioconnection), as he introduced me to the Codex (which I love and own 2). I am pretty sure he knows about Bryston  and can give you the best answer to your question.Bob 
Newbie Looking for Advice on Streaming Music
I, too, was overwhelmed by the digital/streaming move.I wanted to get the best sound for the least money (don't we all?).I ended up buying a pair of Bluesound Node (1's), and using an Ayre Codex for a DAC.The Nodes allow me to have wireless connec... 
Most satisfying system change in 2017?
Atma-Sphere MA-1, and MP-3, Vandy Treo's, converting McCormack DNA-1's into monoblocks, Equi+Core 1800(just installed).It's been a busy year.Bob 
Radio personalities
Yes, Jean Shepard was also a great host.Is Phil Schaap still around. I used to listen to WBGO, but FM got so awful...Bob 
Dealers hijacking the discussions
Mark Twain said it best...Keeping your mouth shut and being thought a fool, rather than opening it...B 
Radio personalities
I forgot about Murray the K. Thanks for reminding me.I can add another, Nimet on WQXR's midnight to 6AM show. 
Equalization
Yup.I bought my Vandersteen Treo's for their sound and capabilities and incorporated amps/preamps/DAc's that work well with them.For the most part, I have no desire to alter their sound reproduction. They reproduce music as it was recorded. Any de... 
Equalization
Most buy their speakers for the sound they prefer and don't need/want to add filters(tone controls), which can detract from sound quality, as well as interfere with internal crossovers in the speakers.B 
Why do some amps provide more output power when using a balanced connection?
Wow, I knew this was an Almarg and Atmasphere question.B 
Why do some amps provide more output power when using a balanced connection?
This is an Almarg question.Or, Atmasphere. 
Speaker distance
It would depend upon the room.For me, it is what my living room dictates.