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Linn Unidisk or Musical Fidelity kW SACD or ???
Si,Thanks! This is exactly the type of info I need. I would like to add Naim to my audition list, but I don't think any of their gear can play SACD. If you were in the market for a new player, would you stay with MF, or would you look for somethin... 
Subtlety ? do any American amps do it?
McIntosh, at least the 402, which is the one I own. I have owned British (Musical Fidelity), Canadian (Classe), and others. The MF and Classe were good, but I have never owned an amp that had as much control and finesse as my McIntosh. IMHO, fines... 
Do I need to use a speaker selector?
Yeah, I suppose I know you are correct. I am just in denial because I want to find a "convenient" solution. Besides, I don't have room for a third amp....or, maybe I do.... 
Do I need to use a speaker selector?
Hmm, don't think I have ever heard the B&W speakers compared to a farm implement. I use the B&Ws in my study and find that they do pretty well when match up to good electronics. I do agree, however, that the PS Audio amp is overkill for th... 
Do I need to use a speaker selector?
Thanks, Bob. I had not thought about the damping factor. But you are right, the whole-house system is more about background music and casual listening. I have a separate system set up for active listening where performance is the goal. A follow up...