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Why do you need so much power?
Complicated. Much depends on particular match, I guess. 500 seems excessive but 25 seems bare minimum. And what about current? 
New speaker suggestion
I agree, if you are looking for new speakers be prepared to replace the amps too. Wilson and Focal are completely different speakers, Wilson is easier, it will sound good with many amps. Sound Labs is a totally different direction. 
Disappointment with Pass Labs - I'm looking for something else
Gryphon Diablo 300 integrated unless you want to go with tubes. Question is can your Klipsch handle that much power? If they can, this combination can be unbeatable within this price range.By the way, my choice of speakers is different, so it has ... 
Equal $$ for Phono OR Streaming?
Computer dependent race. God help us all. 
Better Records White Hot Stampers: Now the Story Can Be Told!
You dub at 15 ips to Studer then compare. Records do wear, I use Last record preservative and don’t think much about it. 
Equal $$ for Phono OR Streaming?
However, digital also must be done right, it is just much easier. Streamer should be first rate, you won't find serious dac for a few hundred dollars, cables are also important, as are power cords.  
Equal $$ for Phono OR Streaming?
It is a strong word, I have no regrets of having used it. But this thread is not about this debate.If the man wants to embark on the analogue journey he will have my full support. But it must be done right or there will be more disappointment than... 
Equal $$ for Phono OR Streaming?
As others said, $6k on analogue is not much, especially considering cost of records, cleaning machine etc., though one can get an excellent sound within this price range. How many records would he buy and where ? Cost of them will vary from $1 to.... 
What is it in MM that can give me goose-bumps? 🤔
South Africa ?! Oh man, I have always wanted to live there. But you are right, not in this time period. However, you are where all things Homo Sapiens began, ancient place. 
Which speakers did you find bright, fatiguing or just disappointing in some way?
Alright, I get the picture. Absolutely any speakers disappoint at least some people, and that's assuming that match with the electronics is correct.To continue. There are no real good speakers, not invented yet. Speakers are always the weakest lin... 
Who else is using old cables/interconnects, and is happy?
sdv0983, I used to have original Purist Aqueous. They were excellent when introduced. Colossus original, introduced later, was so much better, incomparable. I didn't try current Poseidon fluid or Aqueous Contego.Monster Sigma are not too bad in so... 
LAMM M1.2 - Feedback - Advice - Please - anyone heard these?
There is Ypsilon Phaethon integrated from Spain on Audiogon, but I understand he wants power amp. 
LAMM M1.2 - Feedback - Advice - Please - anyone heard these?
Lamm being bright or otherwise wrong is a complete nonsense. Another point is match, and yet another point still is personal taste. I think, I understand what the OP wants to accomplish but can't really offer an advice one way or another - Ypsilon... 
LAMM M1.2 - Feedback - Advice - Please - anyone heard these?
Cannot say anything about driving Focals with Lamm, Lamm/Kharma is a great match and Focal sounds great with both VAC and Allnic. Ralph keeps advertising and making misleading claims.In addition to tubes, Focals sound very well with Soulution and ... 
Best cost no object tube phono
These are all child toys. Cost no object who gives a damn phono stage is custom built for you. Choose any designer. Some won’t do for less than $1 million. Too much ? In any case, any aligned and calibrated Studer with master tape dub will outperf...