laaudionut

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Non-fatiguing speakers in $10K range?
Not on most radars, but you might want to do a little due diligence on Canadian made, PSB Speakers. I own TAD's now, but my first pair of reference speakers were the PSB Stratus Gold's, and they were nothing short of fantastic and extremely pleasi... 
PSB Stratus Silver
I should have noted that a few years ago I sold my pair of PSB Stratus Gold's for $1100 as my reference for $800 price suggestion. Original owner and mint condition.   
PSB Stratus Silver
$800  
PREAMPLIFIER UPGRADE QUESTION
I strongly second the recommendation to reach out to Aric at Aric Audio. His tube gear, and the Motherlode preamp in particular, are world-class and a fantastic value.   
Tube amps under $7500
@hickmore, I assure you, you are heading in the right direction with Aric. His gear and customer service are beyond compare! Best wishes for audio bliss!  
Tube amps under $7500
If you have not reached out to Aric at Aric Audio, then your due diligence is not complete.   
40+ watts SET, cost is not a problem
Reach out to Aric at Aric Audio for his take. Perhaps something bespoke is what you seek and what he can likely deliver.  
TRL DUDE preamp
One can dream, Bob(sigh)...    
TRL DUDE preamp
Bob, Audio and the enjoyment of music should not be a hassle. I will do you a selfless favor and take The Dude off of your hands. Brian  
The new Coda S5.5 amplifier: It's a "Petite Beast"!
The Accuphase may be a fit for the S5.5, but if you feel that it fails to live up to the performance of the Coda, I would also enthusiastically recommend reaching out to Aric at Aric Audio. I have the Coda Model 16 mated to the Original Motherlode... 
Covers for racks to keep dust off?
Go on to Etsy and type in what you are looking for. I did and have great covers for my speakers and subs, as well as a custom acrylic cover for my turntable. The quality for each is excellent and the price was far less than I expected to pay.  
JL Audio Fathom
I have owned two F112V2's for close to six years now and have never had an issue with either one. (I hope I do not come to regret that statement) Could be the, law of averages at play here...the more units you have in the market, the more that cou... 
Replacement for Shindo
I echo the comments and recommendations for Aric Audio! The Motherlode(original) is the best preamp I have had in my system, and I have had too many to list.   
Finally upgrading my amp
Ditch the B&W's first...a quality pair of speakers are what you need to build the system around.  
Tube Integrated Amp Recommendation
Go with The Motherlode! Another huge fan of Aric and his gear!