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Avantgarde Uno Loudspeakers: Comments?
The nice thing about this speaker line is that they are very efficient which means you can use very low powered amps, especially Single Ended triodes, that will give you crystal clear midranges and extended clear top ranges. 
Preamp new/used under $900
Check out the VTL line tubed preamplifiers they are very neutral. There are some great buys available on Audiogon at this moment 
Line Processors
If you are running monoblocks I suggest you have a dedicated circuit for your amplifiers. In fact place all your amplifiers, monoblocks or integrated, on a dedicated circuit. Also, isolate your digital equipement on their own circuit. Research all... 
CD player or Transport and DAC
Your buying decision should also take into account the availablity and possible cost to bring your front end up to the new standard(s) should a concensus ever be agreed upon. Of course if your interests are only in 16/44 CDs then the above will no...