I see. So that raises some other questions.
1. Ripping my Quad CDs to a file: so, does that process preserve the integrity of the Quad sound, and then if I hear the file through a media player, won't I still get stereo sound? (but then using your set up will get the Quad sound?)
2. Am I to understand that this "Quad cd/vinyl mix through is something you don't like or at least reason it is not worth the effort, money and equipment?
3. To verify, you say it is just a gimmick, which, without ever having heard a Quad record or CD properly, I will agree. I just felt that the trouble to make a record, only to have to buy 2 additional speakers, only to have to sit in one spot to appreciate the results, was a stupid idea. Still, if I am able, I would like to hear and experience a Quad sound for myself, if it isn't too difficult and price prohibitive.
4. Your better alternative I would like to try, but I am not understanding it. After hooking up 2 more speakers, are you saying to get the negative (black) wires, tie them together, attach the 2 positive wires as usual into the speakers, play the ripped files containing the Quad music, and I can at least hear the Quad sound that way, in a very cost-effective way?