About a year ago, I gave up my middling surround system to return to sweet, 2-channel goodness for my little NYC living room. Best decision I've ever made; I'm enjoying my music more than I have in years.
I'm a sucker for details, but I still want musical engagement... and I think I've got exactly that so far, without spending tons of dough. The soundstage isn't as deep or defined as I'd like, but I think that's a function of the space (and the big plasma TV between the speakers).
My next purchase will most likely be the PS Audio Digital Link III DAC, to take redbook playback to the next level. Then I'll start working on converting to to a computer-based setup.
I haven't seen many systems with these components, so I do feel a little like I'm going out on a limb. I'd love to hear anyone's feedback!
Very interesting that you mentioned the DeVore Fidelity Gibbon Super 8's because I feel exactly the same way...and it's also just a pipe dream for me as well. We must have similar taste. For now however I'm quite satsified with the R5's and will be for sometime.
I love the R5's and have my system posted here under "Budget Minded". It's an all Rega system on the 3rd page or so. Good start...I had Analysis Plus cables for awhile then moved to van den Hul and haven't looked back. However if detail is your thing the A plus is a good choice. Good job!
