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DeVore O/96 Unboxing
Interesting.  I’ve been compiling a list of possible end-game speakers to one day replace my Audio Note AN-Es.  High efficiency is a requirement, so Devores are an obvious possibility.  Did you listen to any other possibilities at Whetstone (e.g.,... 
DeVore O/96 Unboxing
what speakers did the O/96s replace?  
does it need to be complicated
I have a very, very high end dealer who carries Yamaha for his budget customers, and for good reason.  I’ve heard a Yamaha sound surprisingly great with a nice set of speakers in show conditions.  Anthem is great stuff, but probably better known f... 
does it need to be complicated
Recommendations under $1k: CD Player: Rotel CD-11 - $699 Turntable - I’m a Pro-ject fan for budget turntables.  Right at $1k you can get a Debut Pro with a Sumiko cartridge.  But there are other brands out there that have their fans: Rega, Music... 
does it need to be complicated
one more idea, at other end of power spectrum: Luxman SQ-N150, for $3500.  Very cool amp.  Only 10 watts (into 6 ohms), but given the efficiency of your speakers, could be a good combo.  Nice phono stage.    
does it need to be complicated
oh, and missed your question re tube amp recommendations. A little tougher cuz most don’t come with phono stages, but one that comes to mind is Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum Mk 3 @ $3300.  And the upgraded “Dark” version is $4500.  Very well regarded ... 
does it need to be complicated
I’d run the cd player straight thru the yamaha, so you’d just have 3 sources: 1) phono; 2) CD; and 3) streaming.  So let’s assume streaming is input #3 on the Yamaha: you switch to input #3, and then you control the Wiim thru your phone (or ipad).... 
does it need to be complicated
At that price point, with those speakers, I’d go with a classic looking, traditional integrated with a good phono section, and do a separate dac/streamer.  My recommendations: Integrated: Yamaha A-S2200 - $5,000 Streamer/DAC - Wiim Ultra - $329 ... 
Do you Think Altec model 19 is outdated speakers ?
what supertweeters are you using?  
Streamer Options Needed
For your use case, I’d recommend the Volumio Motivo at just under $2k.  Has its own built in tablet-like screen.  Really good app.  Also has a DAC that will likely outperform yours, but you can experiment with that.  
The cool factor- who has it?
The bass player, usually.  
Attention Horn Owners
My experience of them is limited to show conditions, so take with a grain of salt.  But I would say they definitely have energy below 30hz, which is quite good.  And if you take a look at Atkinsons measurements in the 2006 stereophile review, he s... 
Attention Horn Owners
@earthbound  I’ve had a pair of AN-Es with custom crossovers from Vu for years.  I also have a pair of restored/modified Altec Santiago horn speakers in another system, so I have a few thoughts: 1) For deep bass, unless you have them in the room... 
Thorens TD124 “Mk1”/Mk2 plinth
To the OP: Woodsong Audio (Chris Harban) makes some beautiful plinths for the classic idlers, including the TD 124.  I have two of his creations, a Garrard 401 and a TD124.  The latter is in a figured mahogany - check my systems page for pictures.  
Looking for Some Music Server Advice
For your server, I’d go to Small Green Computer and get either the SonicTransporter I5 ($1100) or I7 ($1900).  They come pre-loaded with Roon.  For a streamer, that depends on whether you want a separate streamer and dac, or want them in one box. ...