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Subwoofer Suggestions
No love for SVS here? I'm also looking at the same choices and it looked promising. Is there an issue with them?   
Powered Minimus 7 substitute
I've seen that designation but not sure which version it is. It might be worth checking out but I haven’t heard that one. I heard the original when it first came out and was really impressed. Check reviews.  
Bob Weir: "George Jones is my favorite musician."
Another great resource is WMOT Roots Radio. There's a whole new generation of artists influenced by the older greats and creating some wonderful new music. It's an eclectic mix of old and new, about 50/50. I've discovered new artists and new music... 
Bob Weir: "George Jones is my favorite musician."
Let's not forget Buddy and Julie! It was their harmonies on Rock, Salt, and Nails that first caught my ear. Their harmony techniques are sometimes like each singing a different lead melody that just happen work together.   
Powered Minimus 7 substitute
The original Dynaudio BM 5 sounds great. The Mark II and III not as much. I think it's still available new. I've seen used for $250    
Bob Weir: "George Jones is my favorite musician."
My first musical obsession was hearing "The Everly Brothers Best" at 7 years old. I still love it. I think it created my lifelong love of vocal harmonies. I Stopped Loving Her Today has to be one of the best records ever. Strings and all.   
High Pass Filter for Mains
@mitch2  What is the crossover point on yours? I need 80hz. Do you want to sell it? I ordered one today but it's four weeks out so I can still change my plans.   
High Pass Filter for Mains
@glennewdick  I have 9 24x48x6 bass traps on the back wall and ceilings, and four 24x48x4 panels. They do a great job above 100hz. It's a small room and nothing is really gonna deal with below 80hz. I'm not sure this experiment is going to work b... 
High Pass Filter for Mains
Thanks again for all the suggestions. I feel much better about Marchand and it's the right solution for my needs. I always prefer the simplest circuit with the fewest components.  The SVS SB-1000 has dsp eq built in with app control. I definitely... 
High Pass Filter for Mains
Thanks for the inputs. I think I'm going with the Marchand balanced passive filters with a 80hz cross. It's $200 more but fits my connectivity better. What I meant about "a single cap" is its a single connection for me. Inside it's full of compon... 
What is the Best Sounding Stand Mount Speaker in the world?
+1 for ATC SCM150ASL Pro   
Tube preamp recommendation for a simaudio 760a amplifier
The LTA preamps use ZOTL technology to couple without transformers. Very highly reviewed and moderately priced.   
High Pass Filter for Mains
In my speakers, the tuned port is not just low end. It's a tube that terminates an inch from the back of the woofer. Plugging it muffles everything.  The Merchand filter is 24 db while HSU is 12. It is essentially a single cap for each channel. I... 
Amazon music vs Qobuz
Today I spent some time comparing AMHD and Quboz. Initially, Quboz sounded better but that's because it's significantly louder. Equalizing loudness on my db meter, Amazon is more transparent. Listening to reverb tails, cymbal and bell ring out, an... 
HiFi on the Go - Dream or Reality?
I would add a streamer like WiiM Pro to a Schiit DAC/Headphones amp with wired headphones.