An update...... The writing of my last post overlapped with Hifi_swlon's last post. So I need to revise my statement 'I am sure their normal cynicism will return before too long'. In Hifi_swlon's case it is back already!
1000 Pro - KEF Blade - iFi Zen Stream - Mutec REF10 - MC3+USB - Pro-Ject Signature 12