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Vandersteens, PSB or something else?
OP, are you near any dealers?Bob 
Spotify or Pandora
+1 willemj 
How to start streaming
I would go for a Bluesound Node, if you want to connect with a PC or Mac, or a Vault and download all your files into it-which would be my choice.Call Bluesound directly. They have great customer support and can give you the most accurate info.Bob 
Vandersteens, PSB or something else?
+1 for Joey54Johnny R is the best person to speak with. (PM him at 'audioconnection' here on Agon.Quatro's would be a match made in heaven, otherwise the Treo's with a pair of 2wq subs. I personally wouldn't go for the 3a sigs as the newer models ... 
Mid grade Integrated amp choices
+1 for the Ayre A7eI have one for my Zu Omen Bookshelves. Very nice. You can score one for around $1400 used. 
Error on Ayre QB 9 (DSD)
I would email Ayre directly or call if possible.Bob 
Mid grade Integrated amp choices
Do you need to buy new or is used an option?I only ask because you can go further up the audio chain with your money by buying used.B 
Downsizing Speakers in Main Listening Room - Your Feedback on Some options
Zu's with a sub or two would be a nice way to go.I have Omen Bookshelves with a pair of HSU-VTF1 subs. Not bad.I'll probably pair them with Vandersteen 2w's now that the Main Room has the 2wq's.You could look into Vandersteen VLR's as a bookshelf ... 
Shahinian Obelisk vs VandersteenTreo
@ja_zz Vandersteen has made his own amps for the 7's.@tomic601 You are one lucky guy! 
New Yggdrasil - First (and second) Impressions
As an owner of just about all the Schiit line of DAC's. I have to say they have marketed their products well. Modi, Bifrost, Gungnir, Yggy all perform well, but each model up brings greater definition and clarity.I, too, noticed that a significant... 
Wondrous DAC
I thought you would like it. A very good DAC for the price.B 
Shahinian Obelisk vs VandersteenTreo
@ja_zz I think some of your disappointment might be with the Shahinian's. Another might be the preamp section of the integrated amp.Though without being there, it is hard to give a good reason.Unless, you want to fly me to Russia...;)Bob 
Subwoofer failings and their use-related reasons
Interesting question. I hope to learn something from this thread.B 
Shahinian Obelisk vs VandersteenTreo
Underwhelmed, how? 
speaker recommendation
+1 for helomechOP, you have to visit some dealers and get an idea of what you like. Though you may not be close to a large city, make it a weekend or weekday getaway. Call dealers you are interested in visiting and have them acknowledge that they ...