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Reference level DAC + Streamer
*** Dealer disclaimer ***I would add Antipodes to your list (for streamers).  Their DX unit is one of the best available at the moment (in my opinion).And for DAC/Streamers there's the Bel Canto Black, but that of course includes amplification as ... 
Regarding Joseph Audio Pulsar Loudspeakers
**** Dealer disclaimer ****As noted above, the Pulsars are fantastic speakers (I've sold quite a few pairs of them), and they work extremely will with both solid state and tube amplification (not sure what the op is using?).The KEF Ref 1's mention... 
Leben Cs600 and LM 219iA
As a Leben and LM dealer, there will be a pretty decent difference in sound profiles b/t the two.  Both are excellent integrateds.  LM will give you a lot of that SET midrange/top end "magic".  CS600 is a fantastic integrated though.....Are you lo... 
Line Magnetic 219ia vs Mc225
I've been in the middle of a move, so I've not been on A-gon much in the past few weeks, but great to see the info on the 219 and 508!!  And good see Waltersalas on hear as well!! (hey Chris!)For anyone interested in LM gear, they really do owe it... 
Line Magnetic owners...how quiet are they?
Ha...just noticed that the original post is from 2014....imagine that the OP has done something by now!  lol 
Line Magnetic owners...how quiet are they?
I'm an LM dealer, and have sold quite a few of the 518's.  Not had one yet with any hum issues.FYI-- The 518 has hum balance adjusters on it, so if you do pick up any hum, you can try and adjust it out.The whole LM line is really pretty awesome, w... 
Alta Audio Rhea
I'm a dealer for Alta......do you have any specific questions about the Rhea's?As you can likely tell from the show reports they have been at, the Rheas are really quite good.   
An inexpensive amp/preamp/integrated for Zu bookshelf speakers
In answer to your post above, the Line Magnetic 211ia is $1750 and the 216ia is $1950...... as current retail prices for them in the US (are you outside the US?). 
VPI MOTOR PULLEY ??
Hey Bob,Did not realize that you had moved from Wilmington.  Hope things are going well for you in Montana. 
An inexpensive amp/preamp/integrated for Zu bookshelf speakers
No problem, just thought I would throw them out.  The 211 is at the same price as the Schitt you mentioned. (well I guess actually $50 more at $1750). 
An inexpensive amp/preamp/integrated for Zu bookshelf speakers
If you want to go the tube route, I would suggest taking a look at the Line Magnetic 211ia or 216ia. Both are fantastic sounding units, and in roughly the same price point as the Ragnarok.****Line Magnetic dealer disclaimer 
Amp for Joseph Audio Pulsars
What price point are you thinking about? 
Rogue Cronus Magnum (hum/noise)
The new V2 versions of both the Cronus and Sphinx are extremely quite. 
WARNING - USE UPS FOR SHIPPING RATHER THAN FEDEX
As an FYI to the posts above about using straps around the boxes, Fedex will generally deny taking ANY package with straps around the box (unless you are shipping Freight).  They consider the straps a safety hazard in case they break and hit an em... 
Integrated amps for Joseph Audio rm22si
Great choice on the 22's!  They are fantastic speakers.I'm a JA dealer, and with them you have a lot of flexibility in what you can use.  They sound really good with either solid state or tubes.Do you prefer to go new or used?  If new, I would loo...