Yes, I hear your pain...I have taken flights to CA to hear equipment and recently flew to Houston to hear the Vitus. Of course, not ideal as it is not your own room, etc. I bring my own vinyl and use specific tracks that I know to test the character of the amp. You can get a fairly good idea if the amp does what you are looking for.
Certain components, speakers in particular, can only be evaluated in your home. Amps are a bit more forgiving imo. Not ideal- it is what it is. I have ordered a 030. Loved it.
Certain components, speakers in particular, can only be evaluated in your home. Amps are a bit more forgiving imo. Not ideal- it is what it is. I have ordered a 030. Loved it.