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Simaudio i5.3 factory upgrade question

Hello,

I have a Simaudio i5.3 integrated amp and have been considering sending it in to Sim for their factory upgrade to the SE version. Apparently in the process they improve the output stage and add an improved volume control. Cost of the upgrade is $1000. So I was wondering if anyone has done this, or compared the stock unit to the upgraded SE version, and if so, whether the improvement justifies the price?

Any insights appreciated.

Thanks, Mike.
michael5959

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I did the i5 upgrade ...
They were supposed to give a new box, packing material and manual. The unit came back in the original box I sent them with nothing new. I could not tell if the box was even opened.
The upgrade was $225.00 plus shipping there and back.
Given the opportunity to go back in time I would not have done this.
BTW ... the unit sounded EXACTLY the way it did when it left ... go figure!
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