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Is it me? Will I ever be satisfied?

As we have become empty nesters, we put together or are putting together a nice dedicated two channel system consisting of B&W 804 D3, Levinson No. 333 ( this is an older amp 20+ years old), McIntosh C22 (just purchased) in which I have already upgraded the tubes, Linn Lp12 TT, Blue Sound for streaming.  I am using Transparent balanced cables and Transparent speaker cables - not sure of the exact model, but all Transparent cables are close to 20 years old as well.

My questions, while I think the system sounds good - even really good.  I don't think it sounds great.  I recently purchased the C22 to be used with the No. 333 which I replaced a McIntosh MA252, which i really like and use in another system, it didn't have enough power.  My room is our garage which we converted to a playroom years ago.  It is approximately 25' and 20' wide.  We sit about 12' from the speakers which are at one end of the room .. While I realize that this hobby or lifestyle can be never ending....  I am considering upgrading the cables next and last but not least, add a new Amp, McIntosh MC462 or MC312.

Wanted to get some feedback, thoughts, in site, advice what you experience, am I missing anything?  Thanks

goducks44
goducks44 OP
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Thank you all of you for the amazing feedback and knowledge.  I am not new to this life style.  I do have multiple systems in my house.  I am fortunate that I have a dealer in Seattle where I listen to a $1m system of Dan D’Agostino  and Wilson Audio and have been working with the same guy for years. 
 

I agree that the room is a big culprit.  I have thought about moving this system, but my wife and I really enjoy the space and the view.

I am enjoying spending time getting to know this system as it is really new - to me.  I just changed out the tubes 2 weeks ago and have only spent 4 hours listening to it.  

goducks44 OP
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On another note, I listen to everything except country/western and rap.  

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rocray
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Country/Western/and Rap. That would be CRAP. 

tuberist
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I strongly suggest you optimize your room before spending any more money. I think you know by now that our hobby has us  always trying to improve our sound and to me that is part of the fun.

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raysmtb1
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I would go with C and B drivers. They are the best and have the most resolution. Then switch over to Smith Brothers speaker cables, they’re best if you leave them plugged in and let them run all night. If they stop in the middle of the night just put a little bit of lube around the tip and then re-insert and they’ll fire right back up. When you get to the power cord don’t go with any less than a FBC 16awg with.9999999 full arabica silver. It’s the only way to go.

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