I talked to Klaus a few evenings ago. i did not intend to order anything at the time, but just to touch base because i enjoy having conversations with Klaus including a wide range of topics that have absolutely nothing to do with audio. i asked him if the Candela was available with a remote control volume option and he replied that he could provide an Alps blue velvet remote volume control and that was all i needed to hear to make a decision to order one.i am particularly interested in the Candela because after having a conversation with Alex at Odyssey he told me that he voiced the Candela using his pair of "special order"mono extreme SE monoblocks just like the pair that i own.the synergy between the Candela and my monos should be a perfect match.i would also like to extend my congratulations to my good friend Mr Klaus Bunge on becoming sworn in as an American citizen.thanks....WCW III