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Cover Songs that are better than the Original
Paul Westerberg - raucous live version of The Monkees "Daydream Believer" on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFHghaktIno&list=RDvFHghaktIno&start_radio=1&t=1Brandi Carlile - Folsom Prison Blues live https://www.youtube.com/wat... 
Cover Songs that are better than the Original
Cowboy Junkies - Blue Moon 
Tube amp recommendations to drive Paradigm Tributes
I'm not familiar with those speakers, but according to specs found online, they appear to be relatively sensitive, which means you may be able to get by with 35 WPC.   If you're not on a budget, I'd be looking at Jadis and Airtight.   Still very g... 
Tube amp recommendations to drive Paradigm Tributes
Are you wanting an integrated amp or an amp + preamp?  What is your budget? 
Which Harbeth would work in my room?
I own 40.1's and have successfully used them in three different rooms, two of which are smaller than yours.   Your room is large enough to easily accommodate 40.1's or 40.2's.   I've also owned the SHL5 (non-plus version).  In my experience, the 4... 
Triode Wire Labs interconnects vs Acoustic BBQ? vs Mad Scientist?
I have Acoustic BBQ speaker cables in both of my systems and have no intention of ever changing.   They replaced Auditorium 23's. 
Thought My Harbeth M40.1's Were Forever Speakers - Guess Not
@snackeyp Have the 40.2's arrived?  If yes, can you share your comparison to the 40.1's? 
Sound Anchors Floor Bases
I used Sound Anchor cradle bases with a pair of Silverline Sonata's and they did the trick.   I currently use their 14" four post stands with Harbeth M-40.1's.   Bullet proof product and highly recommended.  
Choosing an new used amp
I've owned both amps and preferred the MC275 MK V by sizeable margin. 
Thought My Harbeth M40.1's Were Forever Speakers - Guess Not
@snackeyp Any regrets going from tubes to a class D amp?  Every time I'm attempted to go back to SS, I regretted it and have stuck with tube amps for the last several years.  I hear good things about Lyngdorf, just don't feel the need or urge to c... 
Thought My Harbeth M40.1's Were Forever Speakers - Guess Not
As a fellow 40.1 owner, I selfishly hope the 40.2's are underwhelming in comparison... however, based upon feedback from shows and reviews, I think you'll be very happy.  I'm interested to hear your comparison of the two speakers.  
You went from Harbeth P3's to Compact 7's, and...
There's a nice pair of Spendor SP-100R's on US Audiomart for $3,800 (with stands) that I would jump on if I were in the market for speakers under $6K. 
Looking for a small tube amp (possibly integrated tube amp)... low power, nice sound
Ditto on the Music Reference RM-10.  I  
Why do Harbeth speakers have such a cult following
I've owned SHL5's (non plus version) and am on my 2nd go-around with 40.1's.    40.1's... full bodied, refined, smooth, organic with a lot of "meat on the bones".  Not an exciting speaker, but one you can melt into your seat with, relax and spend ... 
Need Some Tube Amp Advice
Quicksilver Mid Mono's, Music Reference RM10.