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Suggestions for bookshelf speakers that have great dynamics, budget of $500 used.
Zensor 3s are nice mellow, have Paradigm 20 v.4 love em! MA Silver also tried, more laid back than Paradigm. Might try again! 
Looking for a good entry level streamer
OK Bluesound is the only streamer I've used. It is good. 
Looking for a good entry level streamer
I am finding my Marantz SA 8004 sounds a bit better than my Bluesound Node 2 (for what it is worth). Easier too!    
Does your mood reflect your media choice?
I can relax with a CD. LAZY. Yes. 
RIP Peter Tork
Loved that show. Wow late 60s early 70s on TV? 
Bookshelf speakers for near-field (desktop) use
Here is a review that compares the KEF LS50  to the Wharfedale Denton 80th.https://forums.stevehoffman.tv/threads/my-review-kef-ls50-vs-wharfedale-denton-80th-anniversary.6392... 
Bookshelf speakers for near-field (desktop) use
My prior post should reference my Paradigm Studio 20 v4. Sorry. I am actually quite impressed with the quality and sound these Dentons deliver. Never tried any KEF (yet). 
Bookshelf speakers for near-field (desktop) use
Denton 80th! Rival my Paradigm Studio 60 v4! 
Streaming services.
Tidal made my CD negated. 
Streaming services.
Tidal has rarely failed me on searches. I like Pop and Rock. Using Bluesound Node 2. For my 'budget' system Tidal is hard to beat vs CD on Marantz SA 8004. Makes me lazy not getting up to change CDs but its great, still like to spin one now and th... 
Cleanest CD recording to test with
Yes...REM - "Automatic for the people" - don't miss demo tracks. DRIVE (demo). 
MUSIC LISTINGS
I did find it in my way at times but you can easily filter. Go to Marketplace or Browse the select All Equipment on left side. 
Marantz integrated volume steps via remote - PM 8005/8006 or PM 6005/6006
Thanks philjolet. I see the new PM8006 even has a new type volume control so likely should not be an issue.