Hey @mdalton I was definitely there last year but cannot recall Vu's room though I'm sure I visited. I also really like Synthesis gear so that's a shame but it does happen at shows pretty often.

Regarding my non corner placement I don't really have any corners so this was my only option. With my J's like 22" from the rear wall I find the bass extremely potent and satisfying sitting 9 feet away. I can't say anyone has ever given me a tough time about it thankfully.

sorry you missed, a lot of good rooms (IMO, of course).  But no, I was talking about the Vu, not AN, rooms.  Last year his room featured some awful speakers as jets driven by Synthesis gear (which I like).  Are AN, I note that you, like me, do not have your ANs in corners.  The AN people always give me a tough time about that, but I’m willing to give up a little low end extension for improved soundstage and livability.  You?

hey @mdalton I planned to go but ended up not being able to make it I had a surprise house guest that weekend. Glad to hear the room was good and if you mean the AN room he did last year the problem was the equipment. The Tonemeister Silver Sig and AN-E/Spe's were both brand spanking new and not even close to being broken in.

I hope I can make it back next year really bummed I missed it!

Thanks!  Were you at CAF this year?  Vu’s room was quite good (much better than last year, not sure what happened there).  Other faves included Cessaro horns, and the Rethm/Western Electric room.

Thanks.  Yes, am very pleased with the Rotel.  Was considering an NAD C368 all-in-one streaming amp for convenience, but would have bricked my existing dac/streamer combo, and am still skeptical of class d, particularly at budget end.