Soix, I don't take that as mean. I'm not the defensive type. I appreciate you taking the time to chime in. My gear is the best I could do 15 years ago, and now I can do better. That amp has some impressive specs and reviews. I messaged the seller, because he states that only buyers with good feedback need apply. I'm new on this site, so I've got zero feedback. Unfortunately, it would be close to a 9 hour drive for the speakers, so that's not an option. I would need a phono preamp for the Cayin though. Any thoughts on that?