have you ever bought stereo without listening first


I just placed a down payment for a Belles Virtuoso 200wpc amp. Its not in their website, I believe is a new model just put in production. Following Audio Connection,John Rutan's recommendation and pairing it up with an Audible Illusion M3A preamp and Vandys speakers. I believe its going to be a good combo, but has anyone listen to this amp?
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Hi all, firstly I’d like to pass on my best wishes to everyone suffering this scary time.
At least we have our music to keep us sane.
Anyway back to the original question.
Yes most of my equipment was purchased without auditioning as I live in a small town in a small country way down south with no access to a hifi shop.
All my new equipment was heavily researched on the internet and so far I’m very happy with my purchases. Been lucky I guess.
I’m back at work now as we’re recovering nicely with no new CV19 cases over the last few days.
So not spending so much time listening to music as no longer locked down.
Fingers crossed!
Keep safe n well.
Cheers! Tony.