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Integrated Amp with Separate Volume Controls
I used to have a Blue Circle BMPH that had separate controls for right and left and it worked well that way. 
Nuforce DDA-100 Digital Amplifier
I have not heard one of these. You need to audition it. I've owned a few Digital amps and was optimistic, but the amps I tried did not please me with the speakers I had at the time. It is definitely worth your time and trouble to pack one up for a... 
What can I improve in my audio system for better s
I cannot provide you with any specific expert help here. However, improving sound quality is a slippery slope. I know from experience. Make one change to your system at a time and then give that one change plenty of time in order to learn what, if... 
Great, Physically Unobtrusive High-end Speakers?
Dynaudio Focus 340, not too big, but have the potential for great sound. 
PSB Tower Speakers - Amp Matching
psb/ nad is a logical conclusion since they are part of the same parent company. My advice is try to listen to the pairing before committing to purchase if at all possible. 
When I turn it up, it turns down
I would email the NAD North American Distributor. Send a very detailed description of everything involved with what is happening when the M3 does this. Ask NAD if they have any feedback/suggestions. If you ultimately need to have the M3 serviced t... 
The Jolida JD100A CD player by today's standards?
I have an Underwood HiFi modded Level One JD100A and it has always sounded like music to me. I cannot say it is overly warm. Tubed CD players do not necessarily equal warm sound. The player is definitely not cold, sterile or analytical which are a... 
Zu OMEN - hmm
I hear what you're saying Mapman. But this fellow has held on for a good long run with his speakers and has gone through a roller-coaster of performance (SQ), amp changes, and tweaking, to no avail. 
Zu OMEN - hmm
Chozdog, if it takes so much in the way of fine tuned tweaking and fine adjustments to get them to sound pleasing, plus the precise amplifier, then it sounds like they're just too finicky. 
Zu OMEN - hmm
Though I advised you to move on, I do believe in synergy. Long ago before audiophilia was my lifestyle, I owned and sold a pair of speakers called Infinity to a friend. I was disappointed in them though I liked them at the dealer. I came by my fri... 
Returned to Albums/ Vinyl after 30 years
Thanks, ordered an album already today from them. 
Zu OMEN - hmm
Chozdog I feel for you. I've never owned any Zu speakers but have had other brands that proved disappointing though others praised the performance. It's difficult to change speakers compared to other pieces, but it's time for you. Once you have go... 
Is computer audio a bust?
Remember when CD spinners were a bust? It was not that long ago. They have gotten a LOT better just over the last 5 years. Steve N.Empirical AudioAudioengrName some, always curious about the better sounding cd players. 
How does one get off the merry-go-round?
How does one get off the merry-go-round? There are many ways. One is to go broke. 
critics dynaudio speakers
I like your use of the word "team" for system. I may use that myself sometimes. If your "team" makes you smile, that is all that matters. Trust your ears and not the ears of those who visit your listening room and criticize your sound.Your opinion...