$50k - $80k Budget…Opinions please.

@ghdprentice It’s a ribbing of sort. I have the utmost respect for those that sent their kids to college on GM and Coca-Cola stock. The financial advice offered is sound, and great for all seeking it. I’ve spent my life focusing on math, engineering and computer science, and well, “we good,” as they say. Now, retirement, or at the very least, 3 hours a day to listen would be an absolute blessing.

And if I bare a little more of my soul, it gives me something to focus on other than the dissolution of my marriage.

I see you have a dedicated power line.

I’ve read where two seperate power runs, one for digital, one for analogue has worked. Have a look at that as a possibility.

Would also investigate a power conditioner. Puritan PSM 156 is getting positive reviews around the globe. I’m saving for one by August.

@toddcowles The advice was general, nothing specific to you personally and it wasn't an invitation for a financial debate.  I am in the business of wealth building so your comments touched a nerve. I can't tell you how many clients I've worked with that thought they were set only to have it all come crashing down.  The more we make the more we spend, and it becomes easy to lose scope of what is truly affordable so it's good to put things in perspective with general guidelines.  In the grand scheme of things HiFi is small potatoes compared to boats, homes, and worst of all, mistresses. My condolences on the marriage. In all seriousness consider the used market, especially higher end items which are built to last a lifetime. A well researched puchase might be free. The least expensive car I ever owned was a 98 Carerra S.  

@perkadin I know, I don’t take these forums too serious, appreciate the condolences.  The truly fortunate benefactor, 2-channel. Haha, mistresses…we’re forgetting about “mristresses,” they like getting in the mix as well.  The used market is always a wise move and often my first goto.  Wow, 98 Carerra S, that’s one to still own!  

Thomas Meyer electronics. Smart guy, stunning build quality, and superb sound. Not in the same league as much more heavily advertised brands ... far above.