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What is the average dealer mark up?
I just talked to my local dealer a couple of days ago.  He said they are doing fine.  They are appointment only right now.  I live in a small city and there are only 2 dealers in town.  I believe that he is still paying his employees as well, at l... 
Looking for a hybrid integrated to do it all!
I used a Peachtree 220SE for a couple of years.  It is a slightly older model that had a tube buffer.  I am a tube guy and the buffer did not sound good at all to me, but it was great without it.  I never did roll the tube.  They did away with the... 
Schiit just got real...
I have been simplifying my system and selling off spare gear.  I am running a Naim Supernait 2, MHDT Labs Orchid and a Bluesound Node 2i currently.  It sounds great and is convenient.  I am thinking about upgrading the Node.  My dealer loves the I... 
Looking for recommendations for a 'warm' sounding DAC
Another vote for the Orchid.  Only $1100 new and you can roll tubes to get a different sound. 
Opinions what are the best floor standing speakers in these ranges $$??
I have an old pair of Paradigm Monitor 9 floorstanders.  Been sitting in my garage for years because I got a great price and never used them. I recently hooked them up to listen before I sold them off and was very surprised.  These can be had in t... 
[help] I'm too Boomer to stream. :-(
@badger Check out the Innuos.  It has an integrated CD ripper and 1 TB hard drive. 
Moving up from a Node 2i
I have been in the process of simplifying my system and selling off unused gear.  I recently purchased a Naim Supernait 2 and a Node 2i.  I am running the Node into my MHDT Labs Orchid.  It sounds really good.  I would definitely like to know if c... 
Why are brick and mortar HiFi dealers so bad?
I am near Winston-Salem, NC.  Ember Audio has just reopened and Chris is super knowledgeable and easy to deal with.  No pressure sales.  I was recently looking for an integrated.  He setup a shootout and the Naim Supernait 3 sounded best to my ear... 
What player to stream Amazon HD with?
I am using a Node 2i with an MHDT Labs Orchid and it sounds great.  I do echo the above comment about the interface not being the best, but it is functional. 
Streamers with best apps?
For years I have used a PC as my source.  I just moved to a larger office/listening room and it is not as practical.  I bought a Node 2i last week and the app is OK, not great.  Tidal integration is decent, but I find it frustrating that I can't c... 
Not streaming yet and considering Bluesound Node 2i? What you need to know.
This thread is timely for me.  I just ordered a Naim SuperNait 2 and I already have the Orchid.  Currently running from a computer across the room to the Orchid and it is a pain.  I love the Orchid though.  I think I will order a 2i today and get ... 
Considering Moving to an Integrated, Opinions Appreciated
@jbuhl I am a PS Audio fan, my phono stage is by them and I love it.  I wasn't familiar with that site, definitely a nice deal on the Classe.  Same price as used.@kren0006 That is something that I would be interested in.  I am working on getting s... 
Considering Moving to an Integrated, Opinions Appreciated
The Orchid DAC sounds really good.  I have rolled the tubes a few times and the one I am currently using is fantastic.  I usually bargain shop and/or prefer to buy used, but the reviews were so good on the Orchid and at only $1100 new, I think it ... 
Considering Moving to an Integrated, Opinions Appreciated
@grannyring I think your past posts about the Lyngdorf are what got me interested in the first place.There are so many great options in this price range.  I have made a spreadsheet with options to try to narrow it down some.  It is tough, especial... 
Considering Moving to an Integrated, Opinions Appreciated
I really appreciate the continued feedback. Hegel definitely seems to have quite a few fans. I checked and the closest dealer is about 2 hours away. There might be a road trip in my near future.If the choice was between an H190 and a used H360, wh...