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Anyone tried Vandersteen w/ Spectral?
@nkonor,That is a sad story.What did you end up doing?Bob 
Amp connecter to biwire
Why not get one pair of spade terminated cables and one pair or banana terminated?If you mean that you have 2 sets of banana terminated cables and want to use them 'as is', then you can either cut off the banana terminations of one set and use the... 
D'Agostino vs. Ayre
I finally found this thread again. Lots of great information- and presented in a friendly way.This is how audiophiles can learn.@OP  I think you really nailed the differences between the Ayre and D'Ag amps.Pat at SMc makes a similar case for the S... 
Vandersteen
@bdunne I agree with cedargrove, moving up the line to a pair of a pair of Treo's or, better yet, a pair of Quatro's, would be the way to go.Regarding the move to 3a sig's, I would add another 2wq sub-which would get you into 90% of a pair of 3a s... 
Switched from Yggdrasil to Gungnir Multibit.
RV, I think some of that is bunk. At the minimum, I would leave the DAC on 24/7.At the maximum, I would let it play at moderate levels 24/7.I definitely noticed my Ayre Codex and Schiit DAC's open up after a few days.Bob 
Jack DeJohnette
I'll give it a listen. Will let you know...B 
Streamer/Network Player - BlueSound Questions
I own only the Node, but can say without hesitation that Bluesound will provide all the answers to your questions. They have great customer service. Just go to the website.Regarding the App:I find it easy to use.Lastly, I would move to at least a ... 
Switched from Yggdrasil to Gungnir Multibit.
@rvpiano,I would just play music at a low level (if I wasn't listening or in bed).Heck, it doesn't even know if your listening. Probably more important is to keep it powered on.Bob 
CD Storage
Ikea used to have a great storage solution, but it has been discontinued for a while. Nonetheless, it is relatively simply to build.If you are interested, PM me. I can get some photos to send you.Bob 
Need Freight Company to Ship Amps on a Pallet
I shipped a pair of speakers using Uship.They are basically independent shippers. Since they self-employed, the prices aren't bad.Bob 
Vandersteen
@bdunne,I assume you are considering buying used. So, cost differential would be minimal.In any case, the biggest difference between the two models would be that the 3a sigs would have greater bass capabilities.If you love Vandies like I do, then ... 
Switched from Yggdrasil to Gungnir Multibit.
@OP I have a Gungy (non multibit). It is a very capable DAC. I ended up getting another Ayre Codex, which I find to be just a nudge better. I have a sneaking suspicion that the Yggy is pretty comparable to the Codex.(This is coming from owning Mod... 
what speakers to buy
+1 for nycjlee+1 for John Rutan. He sells both Vandy and Pro Ac and can give you great information. (His Agon ID is 'audioconnection').Speakers are a personal decision, don't let anyone railroad you. If you can make some time to visit a dealer, I ... 
Should there be concern?
+1Sellers who resort to blocking a buyer probably have something to hide. 
price listing
Check Ebay sold (completed) listings and Hifishark sold listings.These should give you a clue as to what others have paid.And, Yes, post good pics of your speakers when you sell. As well as any deficiencies.B