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Qobuz Connect Launched Yesterday
Shows up on my app but won't let me select my device.  Strange...  
ATC SCM150 Amp and Preamp recommendations
I'd try to audition Pass labs if possible.  I had great results with the XP-22 preamp and a couple of different amps (JC1 mono's and CH Precision).  The X350.8 has always been a favorite of mine.  
Speakers for leading edge, transients, speed and big sound
I wills second Rockport as I own the Avior II's and am beyond thrilled with them.  I will also second Classic Audio as the one time I heard them at RMAF many years ago with Atmasphere electronics it was outstanding.  
How to list a streamer for sale?
Digital > Music Servers and Docks Seems to be where most streamers end up.  GLWS!  
Luxman M-10X Stereo vs. Mono or C900U
Sounds great!  Congrats  
What are your opinions of DSP's for speakers
My Weiss DAC has excellent DSP available if wanted which I find very useful in some instances.  Typically I leave it all off, but I really like the ability to tailor the sound for different situations.  
DAC DIRECT IN TO AMPLIFIER OR TO PREAMPLIFIER
I've tried both ways and a preamp always makes things better.  
Pathos TT need advice
I’ve never heard of anything as crazy as not letting you hear a product first.  Huge red flag, smart move to walk away!!  
Have you reached your end point with this addictive hobby?
I could easily stay with what I have, but it's not likely! :)  
Looking for a new DAC
Def audition the Weiss  
Who has gone fully active? What speakers and preamp did you end up with?
I had an active Linn system in the past.  It was good but I didn’t love it.  Conceptually I like the idea.  
Have JBL K2s...best Amp pairing please?
I love the K2’s and have heard them many times with ML electronics.  That’s a pretty obvious pairing to consider.  Infigo amplifiers are very, very good and fly under the radar.  I think they would pair extremely well with your speakers. do you h... 
New Magico Speaker Break-in Question
I listened to Magico’s and also found the top end to be too aggressive for my liking.  I ended up with Rockports which also use a Beryllium tweeter but have none of the harshness.  Hopefully yours smooth out over time.  
The DAC Scam - Almost everyone believes the hype
Agree with @big_greg!   Aren’t all speakers just drivers and enclosures??  Amps just transistors and transformers?? 🤔    
Will a high quality preamp really make a difference in sound?? Also speaker cable
Yes to both