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My NAD 3020 D proves your Class D tropes are wrong
I have listened to a NAD M10 for over a year now and want to try to "improve" my system.  I tried the PASS INT-25.  Loved the huge sound stage, but felt like I was listening with earplugs in.  I am a little worried that class D is what I am used t... 
What has been your costliest mistake in this hobby?
Lol great idea for a thread!For me, impulsively buying speakers before I realized that I shouldn't be "collecting" them.   
Are MULLARD NOS EL34s and LTA ZOTL40 REF worth the price of admission?
a LTA is on my wishlist.  Great to see the discussion. I'm excited to hear how it goes! 
What integrated should I upgrade to?
Linear Tube Audio?Raven? Pass XA25? 
Should people who can't solder, build or test their speakers be considered audiophiles?
A person who can build speakers doesn't necessarily distinguish the nuances in music.A mechanic isn't a skilled enough driver to appreciate a finely tuned auto. 
speaker recommendation for 35watt tube mono blocks
I would check out the Sapphire 3's.  They are at the top of my wishlist.  
Lumin or Aurender
I own the NAD M10 and love it! I tried a PrimaLuna EVO 400 vs it and heard very minor differences. I have used the Zu Dirty Weekends, Revel F208's, and Focal Sopra 2's with it. The NAD is good enough that: each speaker's qualities are revealed.I h... 
What integrated would you recommend for summer amp?
I have been searching for an amp too.  I would encourage you to check out the Raven or the Linear Tube Audio line of amps.  
Big source improvement using CD player
I saw CD transport is coming from Denafrips.  I am very interested in seeing how the reviews are for this knowing how well-liked their dacs are.  I also appreciate the top-loading! https://www.vinshineaudio.com/product-page/denafrips-avatar?utm_c... 
Looking for an integrated amp around 4000 to 5000.
I would check out the Raven amplifiers and Linear Tube Audio. 
Hegel USB and ROON suport
Could you please explain the DSD aspect? Innuos Zenith says USB 2.0 supports native DSD.  Is it that the Hegel will only play DSD up to 128? Thank you! 
Hegel USB and ROON suport
I am contemplating your exact setup: Zenith as a Roon core USB into a Hegel.  I am going to be very interested to see how this turns out!