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NAIM HDX
I happen to own both NAIM & Sonos gear, and considered the HDX. Seems like with the HDX you're paying a premium for the integration of some hyped functionality. For example, the HDX's "bit perfect CD reading" can be had from any PC as can ripp... 
What amplifier for Harbeth HL-5?
I'm intrigued by the comments about SS amps working better than tube. Anyone ever done a controlled A-B comparison, tube vs SS with all else the same? I have Compact 7's driven with a Naim XS, and although I haven't tried it, I'm convinced the hin... 
Are you in the over 30 K club??
Gulp, I shudder to think! For sure over that between my 3 systems, and as much as I want it to stop it I can't seem to. Main system is CAT Renaissance pre, Harbeth 40.1's, Rega TT, Sonic Frontiers SFS 40 power amp (which is truly a jewel). Bedroom...