Chayro, up to a certain extent I agree with your advice. I am stretching and putting a huge commitment in to build my high end system which is taking many years to complete, however I always envisaged keeping my system balanced. That is, having no weak links. I wouldn't have any problem with Dpm spending $5, $8 or even $10k on a 2nd hand player. But to get the most out of that player, you would also need to look at your speakers, amps, cables, ac power, room & isolation as well. I go by the adage you're only as strong as your weakest link.
