We live in a century old house in Midtown. I am married to a marvelous woman. Our three children have grown up, two are in New York. Work-wise, I am sidelined with a spinal operation. My system consists of Apogee Scintillas powered by H2O monos and the Fire preamp. My source is a greatly improved Audio Note DAC. My cables are my own, and are darn different. No cable swap need apply. This system has to be heard to believe.