Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD

Dragon, I kind of agree.  I purposely didn't mention the name of the dealer as I didn't want things to 'go there'.  The post has nothing to do with the sound of the product. I don't think any of us are saying it's not a great product.  

My thoughts are about dealing with companies that can't deliver what is expected of a customer.  If they can't keep up with basic delivery of their product, then how would they ever be able to fix what gets broken.  If a company that is selling a 35k plus DAC (or whatever the high cost is) and they can't deliver a product that isn't DOA, then what kind of QA do they have? 

As I stated above and in other posts over the years, I usually stay with named companies who will be there to service their products over time as I keep things for a long time.  I notice that many stores change their products (companies) like underwear.  Flavor of the day.  What product is on the cover of the current mag.....we have all seen this at many stores.  

Looking back at where I've purchased over the years (many stores as I know many owners, lol), nearly all of them have been carrying the same lines for a long time.  They will bring in a new line or two over time, but only after the lines prove that they will support their products.  

It's just alarming that a company who's selling gear in this stratosphere treats anyone the way they have been and continue to do.  LH isn't the only one either.  There have always been companies who are not on the up and up regardless of why.  Buyer be ware I guess.  Not even trying to get anyone to buy into my personal feelings, just sharing them.  

audiotroy....As a dealer...are you saying with the knowledge in concern of Light Harmonic that you still give full credence to that company in a complete and whole manner? Even to the point of making the perspective buyer of such a product whole again if the need arises? In other words...are you putting your money where your mouth is?

For those who want to understand MQA and Tidal integration a bit better, I found this. It’s excellent.

http://www.digitalaudioreview.net/2017/01/mqa-tidal-where-are-we-now/

Enjoy.

Im staying away from the Light Harmonic discussion right now. If/When my product is delivered and no issues arise I will post my experience. I can say that as of now Dave the Audio Doctor had been supportive and communicative (and I believe he would do what needed to be done to make things right if a major issue were to arise, because he has shown me nothing but sincerity, passion for gear and music, and active support). 

CT- your a Vandersteen and Ayre fanboy! 😂😂 

Matt, we've spoken so much about it all.  Yes, IR a fanboy for all the reasons stated that don't even deal with my feeling that for the price the SQ is the best for ME.  They just stand by their products even out of warranty if needed.  I love that about any company ;).

Aolmrd brings up a serious point.  I'm sure they will make you happy Matt, but there is a lot of money involved.  How many folks could they take care of if problems arise and the company is gone or won't stand behind the products.  It's scary for any of us when purchasing an expensive product.  That's one reason I don't buy used that much anymore.  Been burned a couple of times already.  Thankful that companies like Aesthetix and Empirical have stood behind their gear, but it's expensive lessons we all learn.

Accurate Reproduction of Music has nothing to do with something that is emotioonally engaging, just saying. If you want super Acurate sound why not setup a Studio monitor instead since they are built for accuracy.