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Primaluna prologue 1 + Thiel 1.6
I have the Thiel CS1.5 and paired it with a Pathos Classic II and YBA Integre integrated amps. Both worked very well. However, I like the Classic II a little better. 
Amplifier for Audio Physics Virgo II
Thanks for all the wonderful recommendations. I am leaning towards SS. I am actually a little surprised that Aleph 3 can drive them. When you say bi-amp, do you mean mono-block setup, one Aleph 3 for each speaker? Actually, the Aleph 5 (60Wpc) did... 
"Must-have" SACDs Out There
Wow!!! Thanks for all the tips. I enjoy a wide variety music, just not so much into Classical. I love Norah Jones, Eva Cassidy, Jennifer Warnes, Rebecca Pidgeon, Dire Straits, Bruce Springsteen, even Bon Jovi, the lists goes on. I have a couple of... 
Receiver recommendations?
You can get a used Outlaw 1050 for around $350. May not be the most beautiful receiver out there, but the sound and quality cannot be beat for that price. The 1050 does have pre-out. 
jennifer warnes, discs other than The Well
I have never heard her "The Well" CD. But I do have her "Famous Blue Raincoat" and "The Hunter". I love both CDs. Personally, I like the music on the "Famous Blue Raincoat" a little better. However, I feel the recording on "The Hunter" is a little... 
Best female vocals on CD
Check out Rebecca Pidgeon, "The Raven". By Chesky Records. It is old but it is very good. I would also recommend Jennifer Warnes, The hunter.