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Step me up from Paradigm Studio 20 v4 bookshelf, seriously.
@builder3 "jbmac, I’d keep an eye on eBay for S2’s, they pop up somewhat regularly. The J29 stands also show up from time to time, around $250, give or take. They’re great."On my radar. Missed a very nice pair of v3 on US Audiomart in Sept as they... 
Step me up from Paradigm Studio 20 v4 bookshelf, seriously.
@mesch The room is not ideal as I have my system somewhat in one corner. A fireplace occupies the adjacent corner and there is not enough room to put system on the wall between. Room is about 13 by 17. Sytem and fireplace are on 13 foot wall.I am ... 
Step me up from Paradigm Studio 20 v4 bookshelf, seriously.
Bought some 28 inch Monoprice stands for the 20s a couple months ago and filled with sand and they are very heavy and quite well built. Was using 24 inch older three pillar Pangea. The Monoprice are definitely a good step up and believe the height... 
Step me up from Paradigm Studio 20 v4 bookshelf, seriously.
Would buy a pair of S2.v3 for the right deal.S6 are too big for my room. Thanks. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Wishbone Ash - 'Argus'. Damn if 'The King Will Come' does not work or fulfill my brain crave.   
I've been dragged to recommendations, kicking and screaming
Qobuz sounds better (to me). But yes open to new music recommendations. 
Step me up from Paradigm Studio 20 v4 bookshelf, seriously.
I had a RA-1570 couple years ago. Bought the 1572 about year ago and is much better. Also had a RA-12. Even older had Rotel RX-1052 receiver and that is a decent amp for the dollars. Still have one in second system.    
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Neil. Comes a Time. 
Step me up from Paradigm Studio 20 v4 bookshelf, seriously.
Seriously appreciate all the responses. Still may upgrade and add some acoustic treats. Thanks to all. 
Step me up from Paradigm Studio 20 v4 bookshelf, seriously.
I moved 3 years ago and think I finally got these Paradigm's to talk to me. Temperamental.  
Step me up from Paradigm Studio 20 v4 bookshelf, seriously.
I have even considered upgrading the tweeter in the Studios to BE. Researching. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
@slaw Friday night! Doing some Coldplay "Parachutes" now. Enjoy. 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Joni Mitchell - "Hejira". Amelia tends to give me tears, don't know why but I will take it. Sober or otherwise. 
R2R Ladder DACs or All in One Streamer Solutions
Interesting piece of info posted by @decooney..."Formed in 2002: Music Heaven Development Team (MHDT)". Wondered what that acronym was.  
R2R Ladder DACs or All in One Streamer Solutions
Ok, do not know now? Was kind of liking my tubed MHDT Orchid. Maybe I should like? Maybe I should not? My ears are still deciding, for 4 months now. So far it is one of my favorites. My ears will decide. Enjoy!