mcslipp, why would you keep it. He sold you a defected item, have Audiogon help by interceding for you. He got away with it, this helps nobody.
Shindo Labs Amps and Preamps
I have a pair of DeVore Fidelity Orangutan O/96 loudspeakers and am considering purchasing a Shindo Labs amp. and preamp. to pair with them. I've been working with a very nice and helpful dealer who has recommended an amp. and preamp pair, but to optimize the combo it looks like I also need at least one
Auditorium 23 Hommage SUT, as well as Auditorium 23 or Shindo interconnects and speaker cables. The total cost is high (approximately $30K to $40K) so I'd like to get some opinions on whether Shindo is really that much better sounding than another amp and preamp pair for my loudspeakers. Unfortunately, I don't live close enough to the dealer to listen for myself before purchasing. I don't mind paying a premium and don't want to offend anyone by asking this question, but is Shindo really worth the cost in terms of sound and build quality? Thank you for your time and assistance.