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Belles Soloist 1 integrated amplifier
I really do not remember...Belles will eventually respond, but I always found it best to go thru a Belles dealer, especially Johnny R at Audio Connection...  
How important is the efficiency of a speaker to you?
generally not important, unless it's extreme...  
Upgrade speaker cables from ARC Litzlink
I like to use double run or jumpers identical to speaker cables...do not like internal biwire...bi-wiring is a long, endless debate here,. thousands of comments...  
Upgrade speaker cables from ARC Litzlink
If you are impressed with the Venom IC's, absolutely start with the Venom speaker cables...I've been using all Cerious cables since I sold off my ARC cables...  
Is it even possible to get a factory authorized dealer to give a discount?
I think dealers often can and do find a way to offer discounts to their truly "loyal" customers...I find myself, if buying new, to often prefer manufacturer direct sales...  
Stepping into streaming, finally
hard to imagine Spotify sounding as good as CD...  
Seeking Budget CD Player Suggestions
It's great that there are so many low cost CD Player options now...I have the Rotel CD11 Tribute - would say the Tribute is worth it - have not heard the MKll versions...Also have and like a Marantz CD6006 which is supposedly almost as good as the... 
Transparent Audio is anything but Transparent
I always dealt directly with Transparent, though technically my orders always went through my local dealer. They always provided great service and a great product, and were especially helpful with special orders...  
New Streamer, DAC or Let it Be
I used the MConnect app with my Oppo Sonica ...  
Cambridge Audio AXN10 experiences
I'm very happy with the Cambridge CXN V2, and it's being closed out at some great prices. I was especially surprised how good it's internal DAC is...and it's new replacement, the CXN100 is close to your price point...  
A quick question on what streamers to consider.......
PS Audio Airlens  
Best power cord for Audioquest Niagara 1200
I would rather an AQ Niagara 5000 with an AQ Thunder than a 1200 with a Dragon, though certainly the Dragon is a super cord...  
Comparing Legacy Focus snd PS Audio FR20
with their unusual trade in program, the PS may be much less expensive than their $18.999 list price...they are superb...  
BHK 250
PS website says the 250 is being replaced...it's a great deal..  
Amp — Leave on or turn off
Pass Labs told me recently, that there would be no issues with leaving high power Class A mono blocks turned fully on 24/7...would not shorten life or lead to repairs...I tend to turn mine on Thursday afternoon, off Sunday night, though maybe not ...