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Focal Mini Utopia vs Merlin MXe
Not to stray off topic but does anyone have any input or experience as to how well the Merlin TSM's match with a Vincent SV236 MkII Hybrid Integrated? 
Entry Level Turntable?
Rega P1 is a great entry level unit. 
MF A308 v.s. MF A5.5
Crad - Isn't the only difference between the A5 & A5.5 the USB DAC? If so, it's not really necessary to exclude A5 in favor of the A5.5, correct? 
MF A308 v.s. MF A5.5
thank you very much for your response Crad!Anyone else have something to offer? 
B&W 804S + $2,000 used integrated
Okay, another decision to be made...For those who have heard both the MF A5.5 & the A308, how do they compare to each other? Aside from the overall consensus that the A308 is built from higher quality parts, preference seems to be a mixed bag.... 
B&W 804S + $2,000 used integrated
thanks for the great responses guys. I really appreciate it!!! 
B&W 804S + $2,000 used integrated
Well, I've narrowed it down to either a Musical Fidelity a5.5 or a Vincent SV-236 MKII. Can those "in-the-know" please explain to me the basic differences in sound I should expect between the two? Also, would these be compatible with the B&W 6... 
CDP Recommendations under $700
Im not sure if it matters a whole lot when it comes to CDP's but I aminly listen to prog rock and metal. I' ve narrowed my short list down to:Rotel 1072Jolida JD100aRega Apolloor if I suddenly dont feel like shelling out the cash for minimal sonic... 
CDP Recommendations under $700
Thank you to all who have replied. Your help is greatly appreciated. :) 
CDP Recommendations under $700
Well, the problem is that I dont have the advantage of listening to them all. Probably the rotel and the nad, at most. Thanks! 
Paradigm Studio 20 v.s. B&W 685
Yep. I couple days ago I heard them side by side with the same equipment as well. When the salesman switched to the Paradigms, it sounded awful to my ears. Like you said, very bright and hollow. The B&W's sounded much fuller and warm. 
Worth it to upgrade to Rega P3?
great advice, thank you very much. :) 
IYO, Best speaker for rock music under $1k
Also, any opinions on the Monitor Audio RS6 ? 
IYO, Best speaker for rock music under $1k
Thanks for the responses guys. I really appreciate them. I have decided on purchasing an Outlaw Audio RR2150 Receiver. If this makes a difference, is there any speakers that particularly match up very well with this receiver, if anyone has the par...