Dude, I run what would most definitely be defined as a "mid-fi" system (as I myself typically describe it):
Parasound P5 preamp
Oppo BDP-93
Denon DVD-2900
Marantz SR8015 AVR
Rythmik F12G (sub 1)
Miller & Kreisel K-10 (sub 2)
Magnepan MMGs
My rig pulls double duty for 2-channel (sometimes 2.1 or 2.2) and home theater.
To me, yeah - it’s technically "mid-fi". But it sounds pretty incredible after what I’ve been able to do with my very acoustically dubious room, cabling, setup, etc.
And to any guests who happen to be over to the house and have a listen?
It’s "hi-fi" AF.
So..........welcome to the world of hi-fi! You’re in! 🤘✌️