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Power conditioner and high end power cord
A dedicated circuit and a good PC from it are better in my opinion than getting a pricy line conditioner. That’s the best first choice for line conditioning.  
This is juvenile...
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price of Oppo players threw the roof
It’s simple; if you’re on the purchase side one feels ripped off. And on the sellers side, it’s a great time to take advantage of having a 203/205 to sell. It’s all relative, there will always be those who feel ripped off and those able to exploit... 
New D'Agostino Monoblocks...$250,000
Makes a 20K amp seem reasonable  
Oppo 205 guagers selling used units for twice the price...
For the record Oppo is a Chinese company and manufacturer with a US distribution arm in Menlo Park California.  They also manufacturer smart phones for the Chinese market.  
Audio valuations
Patients timing and compromise  
When you suddenly realize....
Tidal at times is fantastic and other times as mentioned will drop out, quality varies. I was very impressed and the point was also made that limited offerings exist, true as well. I’ve also found many songs, artists I would never purchase. I also... 
Oppo Vs Esoteric
I owned an Esoteric UX-3pi for 8 years and was very happy with it. Recently I purchased an Oppo Udp-205 and am surprised how good it sounds. I'd say check it out and determine how you feel for yourself.  
The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway
The original U.S. Atco LP release was an awful recording. I purchased a Japanese CD that was much better.  
Best small used monitors under $1000
I second the KEF LS 50's 
Integrated Amplifier with the Good Bass and Extended Highs
Depending on money Plinius and Pass Labs are worth checking out.  
Someone want to verify this?
Damn had an experience with this guy to! He tried to dick me around about some speakers I had up for sale. Offered me a price I accepted, then blew me off. Then came back a few weeks later to see if they were still available and wanted to offer me... 
Power Cord Recommendation
For me best low cost power cord is an audience, they are generally between 2-3 hundred used. 
Oppo UDP - 205
Detailed audio impressions anyone? Considered purchasing, but would love to hear how tidal, red book and sacd sound... 
Trade in value to a dealer
Selling to a retailer will always intail a loss. For me it's not worth, though their are some great people to deal with. I suggest if you want to work with a dealer, find something you like they have for sale to negotiate your trade against.