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Buying used vs new?
I bought my Monitor Audio Gold 100 (latest version) speakers used and saved a bundle, literally like new, sound amazing with my NAD 33. 
Do You Ever Find Yourself Unable to Listen To Your System?
Professional help, not well meaning (mostly) audiophiles.  You can get way more detailed on your problems one on one with a pro.  Can’t do it on here. 
Class D amps seem poised to take over. Then what?
hshifi:  The NAD M27 uses nCore amplification, not the same as the NAD M33. 
Class D amps seem poised to take over. Then what?
fuzzy one:  many performance car drivers use ultra high performance summer tires which CANNOT be used in cool temps, requiring the use of winter tires which make a huge difference in handling.  I personally use ultra high performance all seasons a... 
How many of you are digital only systems?
All digital streaming Qobuz. 
Hearing aids for audiophiles.
Thanks to everyone who replied, more good information that I had no idea about! 
Need help selecting a streamer for a beginner.
Blusound has a new, updated version of their streamer called “The Node.”  Currently sold out on their website, they say back orders will be accepted soon.  A very reasonable $549.00.https://www.bluesound.com/products/node/ 
Hearing aids for audiophiles.
Thanks all! 
WHAT IS THE MOST TOUCHY SONG THAT YOU HAVE EVER HEARD?
“The Bitch is Back” by Elton John.A close second is “Saturday Night’s All Rights For Fighting” also by Elton John! 
het part 2
Custom vinyl cover on my integrated cool running amp.  Gotta keep the Maine Coon cats and Golden Retriever hairs out!  Not to mention the normal dust and pollen.  I’d contact McIntosh to get their opinion. 
Considering an integrated
NAD M33 has both types of phono outputs and headphone amp.  Amazing sound, but since I’m all streaming I can’t speak to the phono quality.  Headphone is decent but my phones are easy to drive.  Pretty sure separate phono drive is in your future.  ... 
Why do people say low power amps should be good for bookshelf speakers?
My Monitor Audio Gold 100’s are power hungry 4 ohm bookshelf speakers with 86 db sensitivity rating. 
Integrated Amp Choices
I forgot to mention, I have the NAD M33 and it’s been flawless in streaming Qobuz and the sound is just right through my Monitor Audio Gold 100 speakers in my small bedroom setup.  No doubt with 200 watts @ 8 ohms it will fill a good size room, too. 
Integrated Amp Choices
NAD M33 right at the $5k price point and has and does everything you want, and more.  Amazing new tech amp, zero distortion or coloration.  Check the reviews! 
Got a Node 2i, what's next?
New Node2i replacement with upgraded DAC will be out very soon.