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Moving on a sailboat - bookshelf speakers?
Congrats on the Sailing trip, safe travels.  There are lots of choices that are front ported designs.  I would stay away from anything rear ported since it will need more space.  
Best Amplifier & Speakers combo?
I would offer two suggestions.  1-Take the LS50 over the Q series, noticeable bump up in SQ IMO.  Both of my kids bought used LS50s and are very pleased. 2-The non-Meta KEF R3s are being discounted now and should be a strong consideration.  They w... 
Subwoofer
I'd like to help but I'm confused.  OP is asking for a help pairing a sub to a two channel listening system but lists both KEF R3 AND KEF LS50 as the speakers.  I'm confused.     
Poll: Most impactful component
Speakers then DAC if streaming  
How To Keep Cat Off Stereo Equipment?
Cats are like children....easily distracted.   Get a cage full of mice and keep the mice in another room....case solved.  ;D  
Are carbon fiber speaker cabinets inherently better than wood or metal ones
How many violins or highly regarded guitars are made out of carbon fiber?  Pianos?  Just wondering.  
Bang for the buck
I like your idea of the KEF R3s.  If the KEF sound is to your taste they are less picky about placement than many other brands. This is helpful in a smaller room where there are limited placement options.  Down the road you will want to upgrade th... 
What is the most challenging music to play on a stereo?
For me, busy rock music with piano.  Large bands with many instruments competing for space are challenging to record and mix and then reproduce.  If this can be resolved then I'm always impressed.    
MQA Declares Bankruptcy
IMO MQA always sounded inferior.  I did a A/B in my listening room Qobuz vs Tidal and FLAC via Qobuz almost always sounded better.  This was playing on a good and very revealing system not a boom box.     The best thing that could happen for mus... 
what to do with a stereo that needs repair
If the repair isn't too costly, fix it and give it to someone who will appreciate it.  BE WARNED, I did something similar for my son and created a monster.  Cheers.  
Amp Warranty Repair - What's an acceptable timescale for turnaround?
OP - why not share what brand of amp in your post???  Might get better advise.    
What's your experience with snooty HiFi salesmen?
I find the smaller the shop the better.  More personal service and attention.  The tradeoff of less choices is worth it.  There are many duds out there just trying to move merch but I've had some very pleasant experiences with like minded people w... 
Law Of Diminishing Returns?
+1 for @russ69  
Subwoofer Choice
I own Sopra No2s   Congrats on the purchase of the No3s.  I have a fully treated room w/ bass traps and a JL F112v2.  I find that the Sopra's alone do a great job with a good recording.  If the recording is thin I'll activate the sub to correct ... 
Is Imaging Worth Chasing?
I'm not really sure how the THD discussion has much to do with getting suggestions for improving imaging?  The OP neglected to tell us what electronics and source in being used so let's assume they are in the same class as the LS50s.  First, with ...