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What tube amps for the Quad ELS 63
I am quite knowledgable about Quad 63's and would gladly share my knowledge. I will talk with you if you call 989-673-8493 in the evening EST. Ask for Denny. Suggestions without knowing what you are trying to accomplish have lttle if any relavance... 
Good pre-amps for M.Levinson/ Extrema ?
If you don't mind used equipment, there are ML 26 preamps for around $1800 that are sonically every bit as good as any of the newer ML, even according to the guys at ML. If you want a real treat that you can keep for a lifetime, the ML 26S is some... 
Electrostatic or Dynamic
I have a great plan. I purchased a used pair of Quad 63's and added subs ETC ETC. There are probably some equally good options out there but I now own classics and therefore why worry about the newest best. New Quads, so what. I have classics that... 
Upgrade, Tube Amp ESL Speakers
I use the Power 2 with Quad 63's and find it to be a wonderful combination. Being quite familiar with SF stuff, I don't believe that much of a difference exists between the 2 and 3's. SF is also nice to deal with and I won't buy something that is ... 
How Good are the Analysis Plus speaker c
I have the ultimate way to determine how good stereo "stuff" is. My wife has great ears and moderate interest in listening. She also pays the bills and the agreement is that I can't buy anything if she doesn't hear a difference (with at least some... 
Analysis Plus or Harmonic Teck
Analysis Plus is the most neutral product I have yet heard. The issue becomes what your system really needs. While I am not familiar with all of your system, I know the Thiels quite well and find them very analytical (rather dry and unforgivingly ... 
quad esl 63 needs a sub woofer
I have owned 63's for many years and have listened to them in some other great systems. The purist approach of no sub's is great for some music but frankly doesn't do justice to full range music ie. symphony. You do need a fast sub (if such a beas...