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???What's The LEAST Expensive "End Game"Amplifier You've Ever Heard???
@chillydog what amp did the Rega replace?  Thanks.   
???What's The LEAST Expensive "End Game"Amplifier You've Ever Heard???
I have several amps and even more speakers in various rooms. Objectively I know which performs best overall. But subjectively, they each sound really good but different and I happily spend a good amount of time with each, depending mostly on mood.... 
???What's The LEAST Expensive "End Game"Amplifier You've Ever Heard???
Hmm. If fewer parts =better sound then why are some of these amps so darn expensive? Just get rid of the spam parts and lower the price! Problem solved! I’m only half kidding. Not all parts are created equal.   When people say “better sound” al... 
Fosi V3 Mono Break-In
Wow replacing Ayre gear satisfactorily  for a couple hundred bucks says something.   
Is it possible to have too much/too many filters/tweaks?
I use Roon DSP to tweak my sound in several rooms with acoustics ranging from not bad to problematic. Turns out my toughest room is the family room that is open into the kitchen and the rest of the first floor. I’ve tried many gear combos over th... 
???What's The LEAST Expensive "End Game"Amplifier You've Ever Heard???
Shohei Ohtani”s end game is quite a bit different than mine.  I’d be lucky to bat .200  with maybe one or two dingers. Plus my fastball ain’t what it used to be. 👴  
???What's The LEAST Expensive "End Game"Amplifier You've Ever Heard???
”End game” is a bummer.  What fun is left when the game is over?  Gotta play the game!!!🎯  
Is it possible to have too much/too many filters/tweaks?
Time to mention the #1 Class A tweak: Cup your hands behind your ears. Instant Class A amp sound! Very energy efficient!  How did they do that?  
Does anyone on AG truly care anymore about objectivity & sincerity of Magazine reviews?
Objectivity and sincerity are things to be valued. Just surely don’t ever expect both when it comes to marketing. Especially objectivity. You are likely to be greatly disappointed.  
Are Metal Speaker Grilles an Issue?
I doubt it’s an issue if done right.   
Is it possible to have too much/too many filters/tweaks?
It’s very possible to get tweaks wrong rather than right. The actual number is irrelevant. Best approach: Keep tweaking as needed. Focus on high value tweaks like proper setup and component matching, DSP, room treatments, placement, shielding from... 
Music with Titles that get you to think
“Never Blame the Rainbows for the Rain” -The Moody Blues.   Chock full of thought provoking metaphors.      
Retirement System Finally Completed: Impression of the Mola Mola Tambaqui
Retirement is coming up.   I’m pretty well set hifi-wise.  But why let that stop you?   One of the appeals of retirement for me is more time and freedom to explore new horizons.  You can only sit on your laurels for so long.     Happy retirements... 
D amps
Musical Fidelity leans towards a warmer sound than say Cambridge Audio or most Class Ds. Class D is not for warmth. Hypex is probably the popular modern implementation that comes closer than Purifi and definitely Pascal. I’ve heard Atmasphere Clas... 
All in One amp up to $7k
Yea mental blocks are definitely a thing.