That's a whole other discussion. Could well be right.
At this point I'm just interested in comparison opinions on the following:
Hegal
LFD
Naim
Karan KA 180 mk2
Densen
LFD house sound is a bit like a cross between tubes and solid state. You get some of the most liquid and natural mids and top end available in any gear, and a bit of sympathetic “warmth” that helps with long-term listening enjoyment, avoiding a “clinical” sound.
I would look at the NCSE mk2 or mk3, or the LPCD integrateds.