Djones, many two channel systems are not connected To the internet. Closed loop system I guess you could call it, but yes, people do hear differences, even after their 100.00 modem. How many times does this discussion need to be had. It’s so simple, if you hear a difference and it brings value to you based on the price, go for it. Don’t let anyone else’s bias dissuade you, also if you don’t hear a difference, or even if you do, but the price of admission is too much, and therefore brings no value to you, then there is no need for you to spend. Why can’t everyone hear what they hear, and chose what they wish, and let them be happy. While there are most definitely differences, different people perceive that difference differently.