Buconero117,
Agree, let the three automakers disappear.
They are too arrogant to even consider the customer comes first. If Japan can make such good cars there is no excuse.
As for preamps, I still remember that MBL demo at the show and it is obvious that every component played a significant role to create that life-like sound.
If I had the money I would own that system. But since I don't, I am hoping to achieve that sound for less.