Upgrade Suggestions - Entry Level Setup

Djones51, oh wow, that’s good to know.  I guess I’m gonna order them off amazon and try them out for myself. Thanks a lot for the recommendations.  Not crazy expensive either.

Douglas and Jl35,
Which Dali speakers and what electronics do you use with them?  Just so you know, I first tried the opticon 2, ended up being too big for my room. Oberon 1 was reviewed well and was cheaper, so went for it.  Perhaps the opticon 1 ? Don’t think there’s a rubicon 1 in the line up. Yes, I think I’ve become a fan of the Dali sound. 

phras, I have not owned Dahli, but have heard them several times at shows, and been close a couple of times to requesting a review. Your response regarding the slightly� larger bookshelf makes me think that you may enjoy moving into a nice headphone setup as an alternative. When you feel that a more diminutive bookshelf is already overloading your room, then headphones would be a well-considered option. 

In terms of electronics, the sky is the limit. No one can tell you which of the plethora of options would be better. Only� direct comparison ma�y help, and personal opinion and preferences come into play even at that. 
A demo with return option is a good way to go. 

Thanks guys.. interesting idea to go with a headphone setup. Will consider somewhere down the road.

for now, I’m gonna experiment with some external Dacs and see if I like the sound. 
Any budget cables that will offer an improvement that’s worthwhile?

Dahli -- Is this a southern brand, like "dahling?"

hahahaha.