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You ended up with Ayre, what are your speakers?
No Ayre amps yet, but I love my Codex DAC.  
Early Impressions of Lab12 Integre4
+1 GL KT-77 tubes  
Passive speakers for desktop
Try some LS3/5a’s.  Great for nearfield listening!  
Streamer issues
I’m pretty sure the ifi power 5v wall wart is better than what came with the Wiim.  I’ve heard, recently, that a allo shanti linear power supply will significantly improve the Wiim’s game.  
Which Solid State amplifier would you recommend for my budget?
+5 Belles, I would suggest the Aria monoblocks.    
Which preamp to go with pass labs x150.8
Love my Backert tube pre with a Pass XA30.8.    
Audio Note DAC Owners- please share your thoughts
Roon>Qobuz>Lumin U1Mini>AN 2.1x>AN Oto Sig>AN E/spe he speakers.  
Audio Note DAC Owners- please share your thoughts
I’ve had the AN 2.1x Sig. for about five years, and couldn’t be happier with it.  Many consider it to be the “sweet spot “ in the AN line.  Although I’m forever trying to find something better, it hasn’t happened yet.  Of course, it has its limita... 
Peachtree GaN 1 Beta
I’m wondering how this would sound with my Lumin U1 Mini streamer with LeedH volume control.  Might be worth a try.    
Most underrated female recording artists..
@unreceivedogma,  impressed you’ve heard Sandy Denney and Karen Dalton.  You get around!  
Most underrated female recording artists..
Eilen Jewell Molly Tuttle  
Most underrated female recording artists..
Joan Armatrading Patsy Cline    
Reynaud Bliss Jubile vs Cantabile Jubile
I’m listening to my Cantible Jubilees right now being driven by a Pass xa30.8, and they are smooth at all frequencies.  Give them a bit more time.  BTW, what amp are you using?  
Here comes the PS Audio's streamer -- anyone excited?
Well, their DSJr. DAC has been serving me quite well for several years, so I’m optimistic about the new DAC.  The AirLens price point places it in a very competitive market segment, so it will have to prove its value.  
What are the best entry level integrated amps and speakers?
Vista Spark powering Triangle Bro3’s.  Match made in heaven!  Less than $1000.