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suggestions for Windows 10 software please, , laptop to USB DAC, AIFF files, remote app
@jaybe I know Fidelizer isn't a music player, but it did improve sound quality reproduction in my rig.B 
An upgrade a long time overdue
Well, now you are moving to a subjective rationale. IMHO, you will be chasing your tail if you base your upgrades on such things.For me, I would find a speaker that you love (and hopefully a great dealer). From there, you can build a system within... 
Advice using electrostats with tube amp.
A quick Google shows the Theos go down to 4 ohms, so they should be okay, but I think the speakers would do better with a higher powered amp.I don't know Cary amps well, so others may have better info. Perhaps you should contact Cary directly?Bob 
Very Bad purchase from upscale audio Acoustic Zen Adagio
I would send Robert Lee some pics of the inferior finish. He might know what might have happened to the finish. Maybe it reacted with the packing? Who knows?Bob 
Magnepan 3.7 - 3.7i owners need help please
Well, unfortunately 'things happen'. At least you found the cause of the problem. I am sure that the dealer and Magnepan will do right by you.I know it sounds easy to make such remarks, but know I feel for you, and know that when you get the speak... 
suggestions for Windows 10 software please, , laptop to USB DAC, AIFF files, remote app
I use JRiver, but I hear good things about Jplay.-Though it seems to be somewhat controversial.Since you can trial them, why not give them a try?I would also recommend Fidelizer. It made a big difference for my system.B 
XLR/RCA dilemma
Spinal surgery---Ouch!I hope you feel better, soon.Bob 
Don't buy from HigherFI.com
I think Ebay has protections for you. I tried to negotiate with a seller who said everything was 'as is', but they (Ebay) said they have a money back guarantee policy regardless of what the seller says.I would contact Ebay directly with all the em... 
Trade in value to a dealer
@abnerjack, If the equipment is in decent shape, it would behoove you to sell directly.Just be honest about condition and price accordingly.B 
Help choosing integrated
+1 for Ayre.I wish I could find more info on your speakers, but Focal seems to not have any listing for them. I found a manual online, though. It looks like they have a 3 ohm minimum which is a bit taxing for an amp.I would suggest also looking at... 
Amps Atma-Sphere M-60 Mono blocks OTL design
Wow, not bad. I own a pair of Zu Omen Bookshelves. They have a similar range, and I like their simplicity (crossover-less). I find it amazing that such a small enclosure can still reproduce such low frequencies.Will you be adding subwoofers? Looki... 
Question about weak link
Oh poop.Then, I guess you are limited to waiting for the cables to break in.How long have you been running them?B 
An upgrade a long time overdue
If you like this combo, I would suggest that you PM Johnny Rutan(audioconnection). He sell both Vandy and Ayre (and others) and will not only give you great (free) advice, but may even have some demo or used equipment.B 
An upgrade a long time overdue
@sfall, not a bad combo.Jammer, I am the resident Vandy fanboy, so my opinion is a bit biased towards them. In any case, I would look for a time correct speaker like the Vandy's. You'll get the most coherent soundstage, as well as lack of fatigue,... 
Question about weak link
JMC and Mac offer very good advice. +2Putting back the old amp first would be my first move after the cables burn in.B