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Ok ML CLS and SET amp owners - interesting ?
My understanding is the autoformers actually lower the efficiency of the speaker. I would contact Mr Speltz for an accurate answer. I own CLS IIz's with a SFI Power 2. I also biamp. I think what you are attempting is an interesting experiment, but... 
Sonic Frontiers to Conrad Johnson .
So I am curious... why so stuck on the speakers? I have never been a big fan of b&w... and while I own a lot of vintage gear (and appreciate their sins of omission) I think the Sonic Frontiers stuff is very musical... and not in the least cold... 
SF POWER SE-w/ parts connexion upgrade??
I have corresponded with a couple of folks who have done the upgrade, and they both swear by it (I believe I found them via searches on Audiogon and reviews on the asylum.. should not be too hard to locate them). Still debating whether I will...it... 
Are Magnepan MG-IIIa speakers problematic?
You need to have room for them. You need to have sufficient power for them. Beyond that... a true audio classic and a great speaker. Magnepan will rebuild them if necessary I believe (though not cheap.. and expensive to ship).A good source of info... 
Amplifier For Martin Logan CLSIIZ?
PS Audio actually advised me against using the HCA-2 with these. I use a Sonic Frontiers Power 2 (2 ohm taps) and am generally pleased. 
Maggies or Martin Logans?
I have owned both. My suggestion is listen to both with the music you *really* plan to play and you will make your choice very easily.I currently run the ML CLS with a REL sub. It is a really nice combination. It has its limits though... For maggi...