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McIntosh MC 2106: HUM!!!
You might try one of the other speaker outputs. That will use different windings on the autoformer transformer.  
VU meters added to Cambridge Audio
Eventually the dancing meters become a distraction you don't need. They can tell you when you are maxed out but a light will do the same thing.  
which of these four amps for Wharfedale Elysian 4's?
no preamp That’s not good. It least get a Schitt Kara.  
Sunfire Preamp Tubes
Gold Lyon is my favorite right now but no good tubes are cheap nowadays.  
Best low budget speakers for a Levinson 383 Integrated amp
For a good time secondary system, Wharfedale Lintons were fun.  
Velodyne HGS-12 Repair
Really? Do the caps measure bad? I'm running my HGS-12 since they first came out.  
Passive preamp question
You can try the Schitt Kara, passive, low gain, and high gain switchable.  
which of these four amps for Wharfedale Elysian 4's?
What's your preamp. I liking the Parasound because of the EMT tweeter. Wires and preamp will make a big difference.  
Can Anyone Recommend a Repair Shop for a Yamaha C-2x Preamp?
I'd make sure the transistors are still available before I spent any money on it.  
What's my best upgrade options
I think what I’m looking for is more clarity, more crystal clear detail, maybe lower noise floor, if that makes sense. I have had problems with noise when using the higher gain XLR connections. I had to use an adapter and put a pad in the line.... 
Amplifier recommendation
Triangles love tubes.  
Recommendation for tube preamp
QiuckSilver is the budget king.  
YouTube Indicates What the Future is For Audiophiles - Interesting Demographics.
Ear buds and streaming music is pretty good. If you are more serious a headphone amp and headphones gets you there. Not sure the average person wants to spend any more money than that.  
Primare/ Vincent Adio /NAD /Rogue/ AVA /Hegel...- need a simple and reliable integrated
It's hard to beat the Rogue Sphinx V3 with Gold Lyon tubes, even with separate components. It is that good.  
Tubes
What tube is in it now?