Yes, Patrick, system synergy is EVERYTHING AFAIK. I have an Audio Magic Matrix (for my digital isolation) but agree with A.J., do not out your Io into it.
When you get an amp that mates well with the Io and in your system, look out, you will like what you hear on those black discs!!
When you get an amp that mates well with the Io and in your system, look out, you will like what you hear on those black discs!!