02-Jan-2016, 18:37
Stephen,
I presume you have heard a D200 at a dealers, so you have some idea of the sound it makes, but I understand the logic in a home trial. Perhaps you will find a nearby owner who is willing to take their amp to your house.
As for the dealer wanting to 'run your card', I think they would like to know that you are serious about a purchase before they pack up their gear and spend the day at your house. As such, they likely want to feel comfortable that you have the space on your credit card, though if you are considering DartZeel you will need a great deal of available credit. I'm not sure why you would have to sell other gear first, unless you would do that for reasons other than financial.
I know there is discussion about the sound quality differences between the 120 & 200, but you've indicated in other posts that you have very efficient speakers. Unless you need the extra inputs, would a D120 not do the job for less money? An upgrade to a 400 is of course another reason to go to the D200.
I presume you have heard a D200 at a dealers, so you have some idea of the sound it makes, but I understand the logic in a home trial. Perhaps you will find a nearby owner who is willing to take their amp to your house.
As for the dealer wanting to 'run your card', I think they would like to know that you are serious about a purchase before they pack up their gear and spend the day at your house. As such, they likely want to feel comfortable that you have the space on your credit card, though if you are considering DartZeel you will need a great deal of available credit. I'm not sure why you would have to sell other gear first, unless you would do that for reasons other than financial.
I know there is discussion about the sound quality differences between the 120 & 200, but you've indicated in other posts that you have very efficient speakers. Unless you need the extra inputs, would a D120 not do the job for less money? An upgrade to a 400 is of course another reason to go to the D200.
Damon
Powernode, NAD M32, Cambridge CD transport, Analysis Plus, Nordost, iFi Nova, CSS Criton 1TDX, KEF C62
Vancouver, Canada
