Innous Zen Mini MK 3

@arafiq
I've only had the Orchid for about 10 days, but so far I'm liking the combination very much. The Orchid is not even broken in yet. The DAC in the Node is pretty good, but the Orchid is a definite improvement, a wider sound stage and not bright or fatiguing. Border Patrol was my second choice. I was unable to audition either one, so I took a chance on the Orchid based on reviews here and elsewhere. I waited for a used Orchid to come up, but no luck with that. I don't think you can go wrong with either one.     

@ericsch Thanks for the feedback. Very helpful. I went to the Linear Tube Audio to order the Orchid, but looks like they don't do returns. All sales are final. That's a damn shame! I typically don't do business with vendors who don't trust their own products :)

@arafiq
Yes, I was mildly disappointed in their return policy (only on DACs). However, if you had to sell it, the used market on an Orchid is very strong.

I don't know, I feel that as consumers we should reward vendors and retailers who go the extra mile by offering a return policy.
Also, it gets even more confusing. Apparently, if you buy an Orchid they don't even include a power cord ... I mean, what?!??

arafiq225 posts06-07-2020 6:20pm....I feel that the Zen Mini should only be reviewed as a streamer and CD ripper.

You forgot one very important thing: it's a Server too