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How many pair of speakers do you own?
I once sold a pair of speakers to a guy that had 5 systems. One in a dedicated listening room and then 1 each in the MBR, LR, FR, and, yes, the garage.An offense is always the best defense. How many shoes does your wife have? My wife cannot walk p... 
CD Player recommendations for a SET system
Wadia 850. Had a Naim CD5 before that. Run the 850 without a pre; it has its own volume control. The 850 seemed expensive at first, but the cost was actually less than the pre, the CD5 and the flatcap "upgrade" that it replaced. I've never looked ... 
Other than the SOUND, what do you love the most?
Well, they don't light up, but I really liked the look of the CJ antique gold faced amp and preamp in the Bell O'ggetti rack. Looked like they were made for each other. When I decided to connect the CD player directly to the power amp, I considere... 
Conrad johnson amp with Musical Fidelity pre
Have no experience with the MF pre. I have a sister of your amp -- an MF2500 and am also using a CD player. The CD is my only source. It is a Wadia 850. Running it connected directly to the MF2500. A very musical, mellow, and detailed combination.... 
Great sounding close to back wall speakers.
Thanks for all the replies. I listen to just about all types of music excepting hard rock. I'm not familiar with some of the brands/models mentioned, so this will keep me busy for a while. Would need to stay under say $3,000 (used price) for speak... 
Advise on acoustic treatments to fix boomy bass.
Thanks guys. I'll check it all out. Probably more fun and easier to spend money on some new gear, but my room definitely needs help. 
Interconnects for Conrad Johnson amp/pre?
Using Acoustic Zen Wow between PV12 and MF2500. Really pleased with the improvement compared to generic ICs. Took the edge off the highs and improved the bass. Speakers are Maggies. 
MMGs flat with Complex Music
Have the Maggies out 3' from front wall and about 16" from side walls (about 6' apart -- space is limited). I was using a vocal for the placement trials. Seemed to come together quickly, faster than I expected from all that I had read about Maggie...