The idea of an "audiophile" SB to me is a non-starter. Why would an audiophile want a SB w/an integrated amplifier? Audiophiles shun integrated amplifiers, unless they are the ones that cost several thousand dollars. Adding a higher-end DAC to the SB also would be difficult, due to size constraints. Have you guys looked at audiophile-worthy DAC's? They are large, mainly due to gigantic (and probably unecessary) power supplies, transformer I/V stages, and sometimes tubes. Finally, and I've said this before in another thread, most of audiophilia is about constantly tweaking and changing your system. An all-in-one "audiophile" SB is a complete oxymoron IMHO. So, basically, true audiophile won't buy it, and those who are not audiophiles won't need it. I'm really not sure what the market for a $1000 SB would be. Can anyone tell me?
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