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specific need
even tho they might not "fill" a larger room why not get a pair of mag mmgs if you like the brand. those seem to sell fast or would be a pretty nice speaker in the "b" system. 
Amp upgrade for my Peach Tree Deco? on a budget
i used my decco with a emotiva xpa-2 to run magnepans with very good results. i see you use pandora for most of your listening and i think if you possibly tried spotify or mog with their 320kbps stream and the better sound quality you may get some... 
spirit of 76....by spirit
12 dreams is definitly a deserted island must have... 
two great tunes
drive-by truckers write some great songs. 
How many albums do you need ?
subscibe to spotify and problem solved. physical ownership will soon be a thing that is of less importance. i could never purchase all the cds i want so i just rent them now. 
Peachtree Decco Power Cord upgrade?
why not try ps audio power cords and see for yourself? some people think you should keep all the cables similar and some mix and match claiming synergy is a factor. a debate that will never end.....good luck. ps i have signal cable ac and morrow a... 
your ultimate posthumus rock band...horns included
i guess one part of the debate would include either j. bonham or k. moon..... 
Do I need a DAC for iPod?
jeff, go to import settings in itunes. chose a lossless setting i would recommend. it will take more memory but the sound quality is worth it to me at least. then check the box for error correction. this will help with the rip. i chose to use aiff... 
Pure i-20 with or without outboard DAC
my emotiva system is dead quiet too. for what it is worth i a/b'd the pure dac with my music fidelity v-dac and in another system i have with a peachtree audio decco amp/dac. the pure dac was not as good with either of these options but made the p... 
sub $600 DACs: MF vs Music Hall vs Schiit
i think any of the 3 would be fine. but if you choose the mufid i would suggest getting the v-link if you ever intend to use usb. 
What do you feel?
many things but my favorite is "connected". one constant of modernity is alienation. i love the irony that technology can be a part of finding meaning in things that afford some beauty to life. 
Jethro Tull...any cd's to stay away from?
the song "we used to know" from stand up is in my top 10 rock songs. 
Do I need a DAC for iPod?
right, pure offers 30 day guarantee as does music direct and audio advisor on the units they sell. 
Pure i-20 with or without outboard DAC
with a system as good as yours a pure 1-20 is a must. i waited on a wadia for 3 years and i,m glad i did. the pure is just a great value. i have some dyi open baffles with a fatman tube ipod system in my garage and i a/b'd the fatman dock to the p... 
digital vs vinyl thoughts
thanks for the great opinions. yes kbarkamian i have read about the acryllic platter and the speed box upgrades. and i,m sure a great phono cart match would help. your advice about the changing horses decision is exactly right. then maybe just kee...