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Speaker suggestions:long-wall, somewhat nearfield.
Rgs92 my mistake. I should have said M30 or better yet SHL5. Not the M40. I was looking at all the models when writing and got confused. The Guenari are incredible and understand I have a love for two-way speakers, hence I have the Helicon 300. Tw... 
Speaker suggestions:long-wall, somewhat nearfield.
Nice setup Rgs92. Looks like the Edge NL 12.1, C46, and Emm CDSA SE should have good synergy.On your list of loudspeakers to experience, I'm leaning toward Harbeth 40m (used) and Quad 2805s (with REL B3). If you like Vandersteen 5A maybe the Quatr... 
What amp would be good for the Aerial 7b's
McIntosh MC402 is last amp I listen to with Aerials. 
What amp would be good for the Aerial 7b's
Robert what is your budget? 
Noblesse Audio Furniture??
Actually Kgturner that was my experience as well. I could not find a dealer that carried the items I wanted. In addition, Core Furniture packaging... outstanding! Each platform stand is double boxed with form fitting material. The platforms I have... 
Noblesse Audio Furniture??
Core Designs has similar looking products Steve. Type in Core Designs in Audiogon search and you will see example racks, amp stands, and acoustic treatments.http://www.corefurniture.com/ 
Amp for Verity Audio Sarastro
What's up Michael?Going for the Diablo and dumping the beloved Mc gear. Ok I forgive you for five minutes only if you get the MC2301. Ah...the Diablol (single component) medium size beast of a component looks like a cross of retro and modern desig... 
the cheapest amp to drive watt/puppy 7
I have not listened to Watt/Puppy but recently listened to Sophias 2 with the McIntosh MC275. Good match. 
What tube monos for my Presence?
Just checking in Macrojack. How are the Presences sounding with the Audio Mirror amps?Can you briefly describe midrange and bass sound in your listening room. 
What tube monos for my Presence?
Congrats on Audio Mirror amps and Zu Presences.Looks like you have a winning system.Did you get the balance inputs?What is your source? 
Confused and unsure about upgrading my speakers.
Wait and save your money. Continue to shop in HiFi stores and learn about different speakers that plays jazz and classical very well.Focus on a speakers strength of midrange and treble with satisfying bass. ATC SCM 20Quad ESL 989Dali Helicon 400MK... 
What tube monos for my Presence?
Keeping it retro. Kwel!ArtAudio Adagio (High Power 50w KR T-100 output tubes)Shindo Labs Western Electric 300B Single Ended MBJoule VZN-100 Mk.III Monoblock OTL AmplifierEAR 535 or EAR 890 Push-Pull Power AmpsMcIntosh MC275 (you betcha)Congrats on... 
Power Conditioner/Surge Protection for my System
Dewinkle looking at the same issue here in Kansas. The thunderstorms seem a bit more aggressive this year. Equi=Tech Son of QSynergistic Research Powercell 
Monitors + sub or Floor standers?
Tboooe found this in another post regarding small room speakers:I would suggest a pair of Manger Swings with a Zerobox subwoofer. The Swings do not play below 100Hz, hence a small room like yours will not affect it much. Below 100Hz just dial-in t... 
kt88 vs 6550
Giddy up! Replace those fuses (Isoclean or HiFi Tuning) while your changing to the Genalex Gold Lions.Spin the Yellowjackets.