Chris, when auditioning again try to let go of the typical "audiophile" evaluations of soundstage, imaging, coherence, etc. While these are interesting, in most cases they don't lead to long term satisfaction with a speaker. Instead, just let the music wash over you and go with the speaker that creates more of an emotional reaction and connection with the music.
I've owned Sasha 1 (not DAW) with McIntosh preamp and amps and they do mate well. I've also owned Amati Futuras with various amplification. Both are great speakers, but in my case only one created an emotional connection to the music.
Have fun with the process and good luck!
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SF Stradivari, Aric Audio Motherlode XL preamp and Super KT Parallel amps; Pass XP 27, Raven One TT, Graham Phantom II arm, Lyra Etna Lamda, Airtight PC1, Bryston 3.14 DAC, Transparent Reference & Wireworld, dedicated treated room 17 X 34 X 9
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