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Looking to buy floor standing speakers in $1000 per speaker range.
Pendragons are $2K. 
Finally stepping into the hobby after 30 years of watching from the sidelines
I think if you aren't getting subs, then a pair of Quattro's or Trio's would be a better move.I own the 3a sigs and paired them with 2w subs. The 3a sigs by themselves sound pretty good, but a pair of subs really fleshes them out.You could also bu... 
Schiit Multibits vs Chord Mojo
Great to hear.I just got the Modi Multibit, too. Very impressive for the money. 
Finally stepping into the hobby after 30 years of watching from the sidelines
Cottguy, thanks for the kind words.I still recommend McCormack for your peripherals, not Tube, but good sounding. And, they are the nicest people to deal with. 
Finally stepping into the hobby after 30 years of watching from the sidelines
Cottguy, I, too, just started back into stereo after a long hiatus.A lot has changed, but thanks to the internet, I have bought a pretty nice system 2nd hand, most of it bought here on Audiogon.I, too, was afraid I might get scammed with defective... 
Finally stepping into the hobby after 30 years of watching from the sidelines
That is a large room for the Vandy 2's, I would consider getting the 3a sigs-at the least, with the 2w/wq subs. or the Quattros used. If you are set with the 2's, then get a pair of Vandy subs. For a room that size, you are going to need some bass... 
will using rca connector degrade sound quality?
I tried to Google what connectors you have in the Ute 80b, but didn't find it.So, can you specify what connections are on the unit and what connectors are on the sub? 
Recos for entry level Bookshelf speaker $400-750 for 21yo nieces first system?
A pair of Zu cubes would be nice choice. Easily driven, compact, and capable of playing loudly (she is a 21yo). And, not too much money. 
Schiit Multibits vs Chord Mojo
+1 Edincleve.Even if they don't want to get into 'sound differences'- which are subjective, they can at least provide some information concerning the build of the unit. ie. 'Why is a Gunginir more than a Bifrost, why is a Bifrost more than a Modi'... 
Looking to buy floor standing speakers in $1000 per speaker range.
+3 for Vandersteen.You should also check out Zu Audio. Used, you can find a nice pair for around $1K. I own the Union and the Omen Bookshelf, and am very pleased with the sound quality. (Though I would avoid some of the models with Ribbon Tweeter,... 
Need Small Bookshelf Speakers With a Big Sound
That old Adcom is a good amp. You can have it updated, too, by Musical Design.For my money, I would check out Zu Audio. A pair of Omen Bookshelf or Cubes would provide some nice sound for the money. A sub or pair would make it a pretty nice little... 
Schiit Multibits vs Chord Mojo
+1 EdincleveI own both the Modi and Bifrost Multibit. They perform admirably, especially considering their price. But, with their attitude, i wouldn't bother considering the more expensive units. If other stereo manufacturers can elucidate the dif... 
Soundtracks that you listen all the way through and it's all great.
+1 for Bernard Herrmann.FM by Steely Dan 
Can a buyer back out with no penalty?
When I started back in this 'hobby'. I was surprised that some people would allow me to come to their home and listen to equipment.I did so only to confirm that the equipment was functioning properly, not as an audition.I, too, would be put out if... 
Schiit Multibits vs Chord Mojo
This is the answer to my query:I’m afraid we don’t get into detailed subjective oratory about our products, nor speculate on what you might hear: schiit.com/faq/principles   That said, the product descriptions, and especially the FA...