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Cary Audio CAD 280sa V12i Power amp
Have you checked your fast blow fuses? 
Whats the difference between MOSFET & Class A, AB
I like the concept of two audio systems,sorta like a wife and a girlfriend. 
Amplifier upgrade suggestions
Divest yourself of the Adcom brand period and stay away from Carver amps.Save an extra $500,at a $1000 price point you will be able to find an amp that will do justice to the ML's. 
Ayon Triton the best tubes amp in the market?
Foster 9,just couldn't help myself.No offense it's the silly season. 
Ayon Triton the best tubes amp in the market?
I take it you're a translator at the UN. 
Supratek or Rogue?
The Supratek is a classic.There are a couple of talented individuals in the US who can diagnose and repair if the need arises,so I wouldn't let service concerns impact your decision. 
Who is the KING of MONOS?
Considering this a dumb thread there's lots of interest. 
Is the moscode 300 the Best $600 used amp?
If you're going that route,ensure you get complete disclosure from the seller regarding transformer hum.Common issue with 300's. 
Ideal Pre Amp for Bryston 3B ST or 4B SST 2
Yes you are correct Bryston pre amps are somewhat lacking.I owned Magnepan 1.6's powered at different times by 3B,4B, and 14 BSST's series amps in concert with an Audio Research LS 15 and later a 26.It was all good,great synergy between the trio. 
Does the ARC Ref5 sound better than Ref2/3 ?
Actually it was just my twisted sense of humour. 
Cary Audio CAD 280sa V12i Power amp
Cary's 98L is a good match for obvious reasons.Dump the cheap Chnese El34 Rubys in the V12,funds permitting look for Tesla's or Svetlana's. 
Does the ARC Ref5 sound better than Ref2/3 ?
I'm assured the improvements in the REF 5 MKII will be more immediately apparent. 
Preamp Options
In consideration of your location I suggest you audition an Audio Horizons pre amp,a California based company.Their pre amps are well reviewed and the subject of much discussion on this forum. 
Adcom GFP 555II Preamp Bass Lacking
"Is this what I should expect from Adcom" It is. 
Aesthetix Calypso vs. ?
I owned a Calypso,then an Audio Horizons tube line stage which noticeably bettered the Calypso in my system.Others may have different opinions.The AH also has XLR connectors for CD and pre out in addition to rca.AH also offers a free home trial.