I too would generally prefer next to the bottom model from more upscale company and in some cases even the least expensive model. For example, I would choose Rowland integrated over any Creek or NAD or most Naims; or any Nottingham turntable over any Denon and most or all Pro-Jects. However, for digital I could be happy with $500-$700 Marantz DVD player new, and would not spend much on digital player anyway, under $1k for sure.
Let's Play UpMarket DownMarket...The audio game
You have an imaginary audio budget of your own choosing.
Will you choose the upmarket component of a modestly priced company, or the downmarket product from an ultra expensive vendor?
Examples from the speaker category.
Upmarket: Vandersteen Seven, Zu Dominance. Both statement products from companies known for selling reasonably priced products.
Downmarket: YT Carmel, Magico V2. Entry level products from upper echelon firms.
Which will be your choice and why?
The trickle down technology from the bleeding edge outfit or the value oriented firm freed from the constraints of cost?
Let's talk sonics and value, rather than resale value.
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