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THE BEST SMALL SPEAKERS
B&W 805 and matching sub - matrix 800 series if you are looking for used or Nautilus if new (both sound excellent). They aren't cheap but will give you what you are looking for. 
Bryston 3B-ST or 4B-ST
I have owned both (3B, 3B-ST and 4B-ST)and prefer the 4B-ST. It sounds slightly better and has much greater power reserves. Also, the 4B-ST runs quieter at idle. Brystons amps are best left always running and the 3B has a fairly loud transformer '... 
Good entry level transport?
Find a used Rotel RDD 980 - it is inexpensive and sounds very good. 
RESOLUTION AUDIO CD50 + WADIA 860x
I also have a CD50 - I use it with a Threshold T3 preamp. I have tried it by itself and thought it sounded great but prefer the convenience of using a preamp (I have other sources). 
Theshold Amp repair
I used Vintage Amp Repair for a Threshold preamp I own, he did a good job at a fair price. Jon Soderberg is the owner, his number is 916-721-9611.