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I've decided to try Tubes
Leonard, What is the frequency? What is the frequency? What is the frequency?  
In need of some advice on a matching a sub
Well, the crossovers should cut off frequencies so that the sub and speakers aren't generating the same signal at the same volume. This should eliminate the tonal differences you are wary of.It's sort of like your speakers which have crossovers to... 
Speakers for electronic/hiphop/rnb [$4000 range]?
@mrdecibel -Great advice! I can see why some people think speakers are for one genre or another, but for me, a well made speaker will play any type of music properly.As greg mentions, music should be played at normal levels. I really don't like li... 
subwoofer to speaker connection
Looking at the Luna manual:https://www.manualslib.com/manual/1141221/Audio-Physic-Luna.html?page=10#manualI see you can connect the sub with speaker cables (in parallel with your speakers), and use the subs controls to adjust crossover frequencies... 
subwoofer to speaker connection
I prefer high pass filters as they allow your amp and main speakers work more efficiently while allowing the sub to do what it does best.I, too, am considering the HSU highpass filter for my HSU subs.I can't find much info on your amp, but it look... 
In need of some advice on a matching a sub
Phew, that integrated amp has one long manual.In any case I see it has subwoofer features so you can either run them Large or small-meaning it can do crossover adjustments.That being the case, you shouldn't have any problems integrating them with ... 
I've decided to try Tubes
@buellrider, I have the Bifrost Multibit as well as a Modi, and just upgraded to the Gungnir.I didn't think it could get better, but it did. If you can move to Balanced interconnects, I recommend you do so. Though even using optical cable, the sou... 
Help with speakers issues part III
I wish you could give a diagram or pic or your setup. I think I could give you some alternate ideas for positioning. Sometimes, you have to be creative, and move stuff around.FWIW, I would invest in a second subwoofer. I think it would help with s... 
Why Single-Ended?
@herman I like the way you write.B 
My new asgard 2's volume knob has strange results
Schiit happens.But, knowing how well they take care of their customers, I know you will have things rectified to your satisfaction.B 
Amps Atma-Sphere M-60 Mono blocks OTL design
@bigboltzThe remote is nice, but I find the range is limited (10 feet or so). I have to contact Ralph and see if the remote needs batteries or if I need to situate the preamp differently.I am glad to hear the M-60's have enough punch for quatro's.... 
Speakers for electronic/hiphop/rnb [$4000 range]?
Toronto, many recommendations of speakers are personal beliefs, it behooves you to find a speaker that you like, not based on reviews or other members. Luckily, you live in an area where you can trial a number of different brands. Some like Zu and... 
Please Help Me Choose a Speaker Cable
Treebeard, where did you get the CV-8? I'd like to try them myself.Bob 
Help with speakers issues part III
That's a pretty large room. I assume they are at one end  with the entertainment center. Is there any way to move them further away?You may sacrifice bass, but your imaging should improve.I, too, have limited positioning for my speakers. I put the... 
Looking for speaker base suggestions
Take a look at the MoPads-https://www.amazon.com/Auralex-Acoustics-Acoustic-Isolation-Charcoal/dp/B0002D0B4K/ref=pd_lpo_267_tr...Better yet, look at their website for all the available components.B