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Integrating speakers into contemporary decor - can WAF ever be overcome?
I guess I have a good wife, she can hear and appreciate the differences in my system as it has changed over the years. Never ever once has she cared what it looked like or integrated into our homes decor…  
If Nordost and AQ Speaker cables had a baby?
Thanks to everyone chiming in, there is a synergy with Simaudio and Dynaudio and Nordost. I just need to find the right cables and with plenty of used gear it just may take sometime, which is fine. Currently the Superflatines are still breaking in... 
If Nordost and AQ Speaker cables had a baby?
@macg19  I did listen to the most current SuperFlatLine’s and felt they were a little light in the low end, also could have been the room or lack there of.  As I have been reading some more does seem like the V2 higher end cables may be worth list... 
Vandersteen 2C pairing
Sitting here listening to my 1b’s on the Audio Refinement Complete and its just very musical. I wouldnt say its laid back but the soundstage does stay behind the speakers. Think you will be fine with the Multi 3 
Vandersteen 2C pairing
Sitting here listening to my 1b’s on the Audio Refinement Complete and its just very musical. I wouldnt say its laid back but the soundstage does stay behind the speakers. Think you will be fine with the Multi 3 
Why do my new Transparent cables make my system sound muffled?
A little bump in that range could also be a room issue that now you can actually hear. You may check your speaker placement and toe-in... 
Vandersteen 1's and Speaker Cables
Actually just found a set of AQ Type 6+ I had on the kids system, sounds wonderful! Thanks everyone! 
Vandersteen 1's and Speaker Cables
Thanks everyone, they are full broken in and placement and tilt has been dialed in with bases installed. I will try some of AQ's they are definitely in my price range and seem to resell pretty easily if I don't like them.. 
Magnepan 1.6 speakers
I had the best experience with my 1.6's with a Levinson 335. They need a lot of current and high damping factors to control those panels. No offense but the Cambridge is just not up to the challenge... 
Proac reference 8 signature or Meadowlark Kestrel
My vote is for the Proac's, BUT have never heard the Meadowlarks. I used my Ref8 Sigs with a AR CA50 Tube integrated and it was wonderful for all types of music.. 
How to accomodate a balanced only phono stage ?
Just a matter of changing the connectors and having it wired correct on the Balanced side. There is a great reference doc on Rane.com in the Notes area on wiring, I think RANE NOTE 110..It will show how to terminate correctly..http://www.rane.com/... 
Audio Research amp for an ARC LS-7 preamp
Any of them ( ARC amps) will be fine , but really matters what speakers you are driving and how large your listening space is.. 
Can use a Theta DS Pro Basic III as a DAC?
Yes I am using one right now. Have found the M Audio gear works great as USB to Digital converter. There are plenty out there that will work just fine...Good Luck 
Proac Tablette Ref 8 Sig Vs 1SC
I had Sig 8's they are much better sounding then the 1sc's. Much more resolving and open sounding. My room was 12x10x9 and with a good set of stands had plenty of bass for the type of music you are listening to..Good luck! 
Dgital cable under 150.00.
Analysis Plus is VERY good in this range used...