Nobody can be SOA in every branch of audio execution. My system 'back end ( line amp, power amp, speakers)' are my own, and in some respects, unconventional. The 'front' end of the rig, I just haven't had time to explore yet. So, my CD player (MicroMega Stage2), and tuner (Denon TU460) are commercially sourced (though tweaked with chassis damping and PS cap upgrade) units.Nobody (unless a fiscally independent European Aristocrat) can build everything. We build what we think the most important, listen, and build some more.
If you have a better idea, please advise.
Aloha,
Poinz