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I have to downsize big time, any ideas on integrated amps and smaller 3 way speakers

I have to downsize my system quite dramatically. My current system is Well-Tempered Versalex TT with Dynavector DV XX-2 MKII cart, Oppo BDP-105D, Auralic Vega G2 Streamer/Dac, Esoteric C-03 Pre, Sanders Magtech amp with up-graded caps and Monitor Audio PL300 Mk 1 Speakers.
I have been thinking I need to downgrade the TT although I love the sound and I will probably go to an Integrated. Been looking at the Accuphase E-270 or 370. Speakers I like are the Sonus Faber Sonetto V or something similar. I need to be careful with those pesky back waves of Kenjit fame but otherwise I am open to ideas. This will be my last investment in gear as I have cancer and only a couple of years left. I will also need to simplify things for my wife.
Just some rough ideas that have worked for some of you would be appreciated. I have no real affinity with any brand although I am very partial to my Auralic DAC.
Thanks in advance folks.
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headphonedreams
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I am sorry to hear about your cancer, I hope you get better.

For downsizing I would either go with an integrated with built-in streamer or an active speaker and then a separate streamer.

The first type could be a Hegel H390 or H590 or an Ayre. I just heard an Ayre with Boenicke W5 that sounded great and looked awesome. The W8 or W11 are floorstanders if that sköts you better.

The other type could be be Dutch&Dutch speakers or Kii Three and then just a streamer. I have heard the Naim NDX 2  but that might be overkill.
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simao
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I love 3-way speakers. Whenever one of them talks, I think it's great that they're up for a three-way.
khmyjy
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Shamus2211
No matter what happened, I m wishing you the best possible outcome 
questforsound
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the Rogue Sphinx integrated and the KEF R-5’s ........amazing combo ...I love the sound and very easy to listen to and very easy to use .... 
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shamus2211 OP
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Wow, I am quite overwhelmed. Forgetting hifi gear for a moment, thanks to all for their kind wishes, it has been very heartening indeed, What a great bunch of people you all are.

As for the advice and recommendations, I am very thankful for all the ideas proposed and being the type of person I am, I have begun to research all recommendations before making and decisions. I just hope I don't run out of time!!! :-)
I will keep you posted and ask questions as needed. Thanks once again and warm regards
Sean
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