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Is there a modern equivalent of Allison speakers?
the fj om mimics the design of the allison cd7, but the four was roy allison's favorite speaker. nothing but balance in the design, and in that regard, as good as most loudspeakers. the later re-issue models do use updated drivers approved by roy,... 
Referrence 3A's a good match with Lavardin?
they are a worthy speaker brand for sure. the lavardin may or may not be a great match, but the speakers are keepers. 
Should I get advents?
agree with the above 
CD upgrade opinions?
what you've described is a meridian 507...that said, the rega staurn plays way, way over its price. at this point in the redbook party, the 507 may be as good as most too. 
AudioQuest PT6 mounting pattern
unless the pt6 has bitten the dust, you can spend alot more and not necc get more. its still being made in japan under another brand name. 
Perseus Preamp
yes..the rogue 
where should i go from here?
can't help thinking there are 2 ways to go with the energys. i'd try a cj tube pre with the 2100 and see if the cj magic comes through. otherwise a nice/relatively powerful ss integrated like plinius, krell, bryston, creek, etc should make the ene... 
Spendor s8e or Devoe Super 8
the spendors 
Used Audio Analogue, Wadia
like the planet, it plays well beyond its pricerange. the rega line is very 'natural' sounding....should only make your already great system that much better, 
Owners of speakers by obscure companies chime in
now we're getting somewhere 
where should i go from here?
the pre amp is the weak link 
Owners of speakers by obscure companies chime in
so much for pedrillo's obscure speaker thread... 
Dynaudio Focus 140 vs Totem Model 1 Signature
agree with rumadian 
Longest continuous playing songs
stars on 45 
Used Audio Analogue, Wadia
very nice system. if you like the planet, you may want to consider the saturn....in all honesty, your planet is nearly as good as the others you've named, and you get to keep your money.