You might want to talk with Bob Kirk of Archive Audio (http://www.archiveaudio.biz/) in Bexley, OH. Bob (who happens to be my audio dealer) is one of the absolute finest dealers in the U.S., and he currently has several Von Schweikert models in-house. He's also a man of impeccable integrity and honesty, who will be happy to answer your questions. Give Bob a call, or email him, and you'll quickly discover why I and so many other customers speak so highly of him.