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Spendor D7 vs. Spendor A7
@milpai Really appreciate this input.  Exactly the type of feedback I was looking for.  Thanks. 
Streamer/DAC combo or stand alone DAC with Node2?
I don't see how there could be sonic differences between the 2 and 2i.  They use identical DACs and the only differences are connectivity options. 
Streamer/DAC combo or stand alone DAC with Node2?
@alcechemymanas a side note, I see your speakers are the D7s. What size room are you using them in and how do you like them? Maybe I should have messaged you privately...feel free to respond to reply in private so we don’t go into a tangent. 
Spendor D7 vs. Spendor A7
The Spendors are checking a lot of boxes as I contemplate a new speaker purchase in 2019.  I plan to audition quite a few.  My question for this thread is what others thoughts would be between the D7 and D9 for use in a 20x15 room with 9.5 ft ceil... 
Streamer/DAC combo or stand alone DAC with Node2?
@alchemymanYou could also continue to stream from your Node2 but use an upgraded DAC before connecting to your McIntosh. I know many are happy with the Mytek and Benchmark DACs in this same price space.  I know there are many other choices.   
Which SR Blue or black Fuse
There must be an "arguing forum" somewhere on the web.  Clearly some people here derive much more enjoyment from arguing and taking shots at others than they do from music. 
"Use your mentality" is the worst lyric ever.
For some reason I always hated the BTO "Takin' Care of Business" lyric - If it were easy as fishin' you could be a musician 
Streamer/DAC combo or stand alone DAC with Node2?
I was recently confronted with the same decision to upgrade from the Node2.  I too wanted a meaningful upgrade as we all know the Node 2 packs an exceptionally large amount of performance into its modest price. I also stream Tidal 95% of the time.... 
Warmer sounding Solid State
I assume an integrated in the same price range (under $1k?).  Perhaps take a look at the NAD C 368. 
Which SR Blue or black Fuse
@glupsonIn my case the blown fuse was a little bit of user error as well as a little manufacturer error.  I was listening pretty loud when I switched on the fly from the triode to UL, instantly doubling the watts.  Later in discussing with the man... 
Which SR Blue or black Fuse
@glupson I recently had an AC fuse in my IEC connector blow when switching from triode to UL mode. Turn on and switching surges popping fuses is not as uncommon as you may think.  In fact you can search the forum and find others here posting about... 
Blue Tooth Buzz
Is the TT grounded? 
Modestly priced bookshelf speakers for cabin.
I own these Wharfedale 80th Dentons in a 2nd system myself and feel they are a great deal at $399.https://www.musicdirect.com/speakers/wharfedale-denton-80th-anniversary-bookshelf-speakers-pr  
Which SR Blue or black Fuse
@folkfreak Thanks! 
Which SR Blue or black Fuse
Just so I understand, these SR fuses work as protective fuses, correct? A SR 4 amp fuse should blow when that current is exceeded correct?  I mean otherwise it's not a designed fuse and it's just a piece of metal.  I'm not so concerned about the U...