Attorney,
Thanks for your feedback. I am getting audio advice from an attorney
. I have read many good things about the BHSE. Cavalli audio is also interesting as well. I am not certain if I want to go with tubes or solid state. I also think about building my own KGSSHV. I am pretty good with soldering and work as an EE, but finding time is difficult.
Good to know that the Stax 007t is not as bad as many people say. I will continue to use it until a reasonably priced amp pops up on head fi or Audiogon.