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New Audiophile going crazy
jj228 I had a system similar to yours when I started out Mac C28 pre, Mac 2205 stereo amp and Dalquist DQ-10 with a capacitor upgrade and a M&K sub.  Those DQ-10's do like a lot of current.   
Economical full-range floor-standing speaker options?
You might even consider something in the Tannoy line.  Specs mean very little.  A speaker that is well integrated and musical at all the frequencies is really important. 
Craigslist Fraud
Another twist on CL to be aware of.  I was selling a motorcycle and had a VIN report.  The buyer wanted a VIN report from another provider.  I did it and immediately knew I was scammed (Cayman Island site).  Canceled my credit card and they refund... 
The Modwright Integrated amps
it's a shame there are not more reviews on this integrated.  It was on my list when I was going down the integrated path.  There was a review from a customer in France.  I think your best bet would be to call Dan or one of his dealers for their op... 
Shopping for new speakers-need ideas... Selling old DQ-10's...
I had the DQ-10's new for many years.  yes they can be on the bright side but I have a certain fondness for them.  Some have suggested reworking the speaker but I think that may take you down a rabbit hole that may become expensive due to replacin... 
Converting two-car garage to listening room. What would you do?
A reviewer in one of the magazines converted his garage and I have heard it and it sounds good.  You will find a lot of advise, especially if you visit studio sites such are gearslutz (which is changing it's name).  After helping build my brothers... 
What kind of listening chair
This company seems to have a few that look good.  I believe they are a national chain.https://www.westelm.com/stores/us/tx/austin-5th-and-lamar/?Kenshoo=_k_CjwKCAiAl4WABhAJEiwATUnEF4D192... 
Perfect Speaker Placement - Put next to the back wall as much as possible.
I would say this type of setup is for studio control rooms.  You would be surprised how much acoustic treatment is in the walls and ceiling that may not be visible to the eye.  I have some experience with this.https://www.gossardstudios.com/ 
Room Treatment, Panel Sound Diffusers
Well there are a lot of questions to be answered.  How big is the room, what kind of speakers (monitors or floor standers for example).  It will most likely need some corner bass traps.  Listen to it without a lot of acoustic treatment before you ... 
Should I use Speaker Spike / Isolation Base or Something?
millercarbon has the right idea and I can vouch for springs.  I went through gliders, spikes, no spikes, spikes on 1 1/2 inch stone.  I finally settled on Townshend seismic podiums.  They are on carpet on a second story suspended floor and are the... 
Speaker upgrade for classical music
Why not start with digital and then determine if you really want to go the analog route.  You will always be in the hunt for good vinyl.  if you can tolerate the pops, clicks, hiss and warped records then that's fine.  You might as well forget new... 
Speaker upgrade for classical music
I would recommend a pair of used Vienna Acoustic Liszt speakers.  I have them, listened to probably 15 different speakers before I bought them.  I listen to rock, classical, jazz and roots music.  Mostly classical and jazz.  Some really like the H... 
What speaker – under $10k – has the best timbre and tonal qualities?
What about used Joseph Audio Perspectives? 
Vibration Control and the Townshend Audio Seismic Pods
If anyone wants Townsend products, they need to go direct to them for the best deals. 
Speaker upgrade
romney80I also heard the Boenicke W8's at RMAF.  I couldn't believe the sound coming out of those speakers.  I went back for multiple listens and was simply smitten with there tone and musicality.  It had me wondering what the W11's would sound li...