Worth of current system

 ~$7.5K (mostly used, in good shape).  Retail would be closer to $12K.  This does not include HT equipment I used to use for my audio, which would add ~$2.5K more, without the TV and video related boxes.  It adds up, but it's worth it.

Over the last year, cost for my new music room system  ~$22,000
Retail ~$30,000

I'm retired on a fixed income, so that's it for me - except for a new DAC or integrated amp I'm saving for.

I’ve paid about $35K for what is presently in my system, spread over many years. Equivalent to somewhere between $40K and $45K in today's dollars if adjusted for inflation.

Best regards,
--Al

All purchased off Audiogon as used equipment with the exception of the Apogee Duettas - 

Apogee Duetta Signature
2 Paradigm Servo 15 subs
Bel Canto - Ref 1000 monoblocks
BAT VK-42 SE
Marantz SA-15S1
Music Hall mmf-7 with Grado Reference cartridge
Assorted cables and accessories

Total about - $15,200

Lets just say I saved about $12k over retail. :D

Best,
Erik