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Chair
I have a Stressless chair and ottoman.   
Adding an extra 1ft to premium speaker cables
@rankaudio Interesting perspective.   There are numerous audio companies recommending use of high quality cables and a market that has existed for decades.  I’m not sure if you’re philosophical question will impact the experience and decision of... 
Are you operating in the correct SPL window for high-fidelity listening?
Probably not - I occasionally look at a db meter on my iPhone. It’s more as a check to make sure it’s not too loud for ,y neighbors. It often reads 75-85db but I am sure there is an opportunity for user error in measurement.    
Vinyl playback - lack of bass?
Excellent news!  Enjoy the music!  
Looking for new speaker cables
For what it’s worth, I found a bigger impact in upgrading power cords than speaker cables. I would encourage you to audition as many different cables as you can as it’s your ear than need to be pleased.   
Young audiophile metal head looking to level up speaker choice
@nathandfwacoustics I currently have Olympica Nova Vs - I have upgraded from Sonetto Vs and before that Veneer 3s.   
How much power needed to drive 91db speakers?
As others have said not all watts are equal- I was dumbfounded by an ARC VT-80 that was rated at 70 watts. It was more dynamic, finessed and detailed than several amps rated at 400 watts or more.    Ideally try and get a demo with your equipment ... 
Would a stereo Sim Audio Moon 861 amp be as powerful as 2 McIntosh 611 monoblock amps?
@dman777 I don’t think anything is crazy. Many folks like to use tube preamps. I had the McIntosh C2600 and thought it was wonderful.   
Would a stereo Sim Audio Moon 861 amp be as powerful as 2 McIntosh 611 monoblock amps?
Moon 791 - I initially used a 390.    You may want to consider the 761 amp as well.   
Would a stereo Sim Audio Moon 861 amp be as powerful as 2 McIntosh 611 monoblock amps?
I believe yes based on my experience with both brands.    I compared McIntosh MC-462 (450 watts/channel) versus Moon 330A (125 watts/channel) with Sonus faber Olympica Nova III and the Moon was more dynamic  I bought 2 Moon M400 - mono version... 
There is no substitute for cubic inch or in this case surface area
No replacement for displacement in cars used to be true - turbos, superchargers and electric motors have demonstrated that’s not true anymore. And in the hey day of muscle cars a 7 or 8 second zero to sixty was fast. Many economy cars can beat tha... 
Problem with dac/ cd transport / streamer sound differences
I would suggest you keep the signal chain you enjoy the most. I have owned Moon and Chord products - if they don’t work for you then a change may be worthwhile.   
Dedicated headphone amp vs Headphone socket on amp
@ghdprentice +1 i encourage you to consider your requirements. Also you may find a good demo or used item available   Is this a stay at home system?  My headphone and amp combination has a slightly different presentation that my main system.  ... 
Audio Research LS28SE vs McIntosh C53
Tube vs SS - a wonderful challenge to have. I really like ARC but am still uncomfortable with dealing with tubes.    Yet I don’t mind changing the oil in my car. In the end it’s about choices and if you can audition, audition and understand the n... 
??? Listening Levels & Musical Styles ???
I have noticed my volume levels changed as my system changed over the years.  I regularly play music with dBs peaking in the mid 80s for all genre.