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Does Mc Intosh make reference gear
I remember quite clearly lusting after mcintosh gear in high school in the late 70s, going to the big time hifi shop and being mesmerized. When I had some coin to be able to put towards a decent system there were a few places that seemed to offer ... 
'Goner thoughts on potential compatability issue?
Try different inputs and cables. 
Dynaudio, Harbeth, Penaudio or Sonus Faber
You seem to have a healthy budget. I would get out and audition a lot of different combinations of speakers and amps. 
looking for nice PC trio
If you get the A5+ I would set them up and use them and see how the bass performs in your room. If you want some extra heft, go ahead and add a sub to the mix. 
What are Epicure 3.0 Pyramid speakers worth?
Mandobassman, you're using the logic of a seller, step into the shoes of a buyer and it will be much more apparent to you. 
looking for nice PC trio
I was in the same position and ended up going with a decco65 amp/dac, a pair of silverline minuets, and a klipsch subwoofer which is working very well for playing spotify and streaming XM from a macbook pro. I also have audio engine bamboo a5+ but... 
An Unusual Question -- Equipment Rental/Loans
Head to Best Buy for a unit that can be returned with no re stocking fees. That is not cool, basically stealing. I know people take advantage of these policies but it is just plain wrong. I bought a used integrated here on agon that I had been wan... 
I was kidnapped by apes - DeVore Gibbon88s
I know someone that is a big Naim fan and I have always been curious as to how my Silverbacks would sound on Naim gear. Thanks for the post. 
Took my Levinson amp in for repair
It doesn't seem like the dealer was negligent. I like Levy03's analogy. 
845 Tube Amps
LM Audio 
2013 Wish List
subwoofer for office system, maybe new amp/pre for my main system if I can swing some shindo gear. 
Any reviews of SP's Mellon Collie reissue?
None of those issues exists on my original (#1419 of 10,000), it is the best LP in my collection. There is excellent dynamic range, no compression, a truly excellent pressing. I questioned my sanity at the time, but it has been the best money I've... 
Best bookshelf speakers???
I have a decco65 driving silverline minuets, pretty good sound but I like my spendor speakers better (different system). 
B&W N804 vs. new 805di
I've been using the N804 for over 12 years with an Accuphase E-407 integrated amp (Class A/B, 180W/ch @ 8 ohm). I feel its lacks detail, bass and doesn't feel very immersive/involving.It only took 12 years? 
Should I fix my plasma?
I ended up with a panasonic 60" gt and got it all set up today. So far it is awesome. Thanks for the help.