You can purchase the boutique brands or the brands that are near the top . Look hard at exactly what you are buying compare Apples to Apples. I won't name bash but some dealers will push certain names because they are authorized dealers. Some people shop for the price but when you want to up grade the piece will be worthless. One company has a distributors on You Tube flapping his gums about how good this product is . I became was curious just how good the product could be if the latest models are popping up on all the trade sites . GHprentice. GEORGE steered me right save yourself a headache .Buy once and cry once . Audio Research or Conrad Johnson you cant go wrong .The only reason why I purchased Conrad Johnson is because of the fuse protection of the power supply.
You can find a solid ARC or CJ piece be patient and save your money up.