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Thanks. Yeah, I'm going to get the NAD D3020, which is similar but less featureful than the NAD D7050.

That's pretty clever. There really isn't a good spot for it other than the floor and I'd like easy access to the volume and power button (without using the remote). Hard to please - I know. Thanks for the smart idea though.

Good call on the NAD D3020. It's my new frontrunner.

Under $500, but I could go slightly higher if there was a great option just out of reach. I actually have a Topping TP32, which is similar to the one that you linked. I use it in the basement with some old B&W speakers. It's okay, but I'd like something a bit nicer (even just aesthetically) for...

I'm looking for recommendations for a desktop amplifier. I currently have an amp but it's taking up too much space on my desktop, and this is my main motivation for looking for a replacement. My current setup: Speakers: Monitor Audio RX1 Headphones: Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro DAC: Schiit Modi Amp...

Yeah, I'm still deciding between the short 970 and a full-length 970 with a blower-style cooler. It's a tough call, but I'm leaning toward the blower cooler + ducts or a single intake fan on the bottom of the case.

Thanks very much Phuncz and AFD! Re: CPU Cooler The spreadsheet doesn't have an entry for the C14 or L12, but for the C12 it says: "Yes, with heatpipes towards rear. Possible with pipes towards front, but no room for any rear exhaust fan. Clearance for non-VLP ram is good" Noctua's site...

Hi guys, Long time lurker, first time poster :). CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-C14 CPU Cooler Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97N-Gaming 5 Mini ITX LGA1150 Motherboard Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory Video Card: MSI...