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Changes - Vandersteen 1, 1B, 1C
The 1C has a metal dome tweeter while the 1B has a silk dome. I'm most likely going to buy the 1c b/c it does not have any negative reviews on audioreview.com 
Using bi-wire cables on non-biwirable speakers
Puting both on the binding posts works, but seems to mess up the imaging. 
MHZS 88E comparisons?
Does anyone know where to get the MHZS 66E Modified? 
Which is for me, floorstanding, or books w subs?
Used Vandersteen 1C. Music. Less than $500. By far the best option. 
Good budget sub for music?
Vandersteen - Used - Look up the specs on their website and buy the one that is designed for music and not home theater. Considered the most musical cheap sub. 
Source or speaker
To add to what Audiofeil said:Yes, the speakers first along with matching amplification, but remember that transducers (speakers, cartridge, DAC) have the greatest impact on the sound b/c they are transforming information from one form to another ... 
MHZS 88E comparisons?
You could check out high-endaudio.com under the digital reference components shootout. I think he replaces the capacitors and puts in nos tubes. 
Paradigm vs Dali vs PMC
Do you have an opportunity to listen to the vandersteen 2ce signature II or the 1c? These are probably the best value in speakers.also, the new signature II has supposedly gotten rid of the recessed highs that characterized the previous version.tr... 
What happened to the AM/FM tuner???
Try the new Sony HD Radio Receiver. It can be found on Amazon for $100 and supposedly it sounds great. People even complain that it does not have speakers to make it a "Radio". 
Will a DAC make a difference?
The transducers in your system (DAC, cartridge, and speakers) make the biggest difference on the final sound. Make sure that the electronics mated with these transducers are appropriate and spend the most time and money to buy the best possible tr...