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Integrated amp recommendation
Musical Fidelity over on TMR for $1k and a Cyrus for $1.2k  
PS Audio S300 amplifier- tube preamplifier recommendation
The other thing you might consider is , if you go for the Rogue, is getting the serial number from seller and asking rogue if the number has the upgraded front PCB. Early models like mine had the volume control issues and they upgraded the board i... 
How do you stop house guest from damaging your speakers?
My speakers are about the only thing exposed most everything else enclosed (sans pre on top and TT).  GFs tribe here for xmas and was nervous ++.   I moved them back closer to the wall and I think my GF warned her outfit of my sensitivity.  Everyo... 
DEEZER data breach
Based in Paris been around as long as Spotify and Qobuz.  Had a exclusive license with Sonos initially as one of the first to stream CD quality to Sonos.   
PS Audio S300 amplifier- tube preamplifier recommendation
I have posted this on here many times.  I ran a Rogue RP-1 with Mullards and the S300 for years with happiness.  Only reason I sold it was I got a good deal on a QUAD Artera amplifier and wanted to try that.   I just contacted Rogue a couple weeks... 
Revel vs the field
I have the Focal 926. I have had Sonus Faber Senetto III and a really nice pair of Quad S-5 in my room and A/B them vs the 926 and neither were able to knock the 926 from their perch. Although the Quad S-5 came really close with their beautiful im... 
Preamp comparison - Rogue Perseus and ARC LS25 MKII
If you enjoy experiment - rolling tubes is an option.  And if you like the Rogue sound better, I think you'd be better off experimenting with the Rouge unit versus buying the ARC unit to experiment on. Yep roll the tubes on the Rogue.  
Integrated Amplifier for Bowers & Wilkins 702 S2
I ran Tube pre and class D amp for years.  Only went to class A/B amp cause I never had a good one.  Would consider tube/class D again without hesitation.    
Integrated Amplifier for Bowers & Wilkins 702 S2
Hegel H390 over on USaudiomart for $4K Since you have experience with hybrid you can pick up a Rogue Pharaoh II for about $4K      
Mcintosh MC275 alternatives?
Best thing about Mac gear? When you sell it.   +1 on the Rogue suggestion.  I just had to send my pre back for an issue.  Great service and speedy repair at a reasonable cost.  Very happy. Their Stereo 100 in my crosshairs someday.  
Preamp Suggestions
Don’t discount the RP-1 with a nice pair of tubes. Musical Fidelity 6s Pre over on TMR for around $2k Parasound Jc2 can be found for around $2k QUAD Artera Pre over on USAudiomart for <$1K  
integrated amp for Wilson Sabrina X
Pharaogh II, Tubed Hypex.  
Speaker suggestions for MC275 Mark VI
To Clarify ,  My Focals are 926 not the Sopra Line.   
What's going with Small Green Computer?
I contacted him a few weeks back and he emailed right away.  
Speaker suggestions for MC275 Mark VI
What makes Sopra a good pairing with this amp? Focal have a reputation for being detailed which, I think , can be interpreted as overly bright. This might be why @mofojo says they are a good match for Tubes. They have a wonderful sweet spot at ...