I remember reading this article years ago. Thanks so much for posting it.

I can tell you that the price difference between an ML 433 and an Emotiva MPS1 is not the result of a "better" ML design. The Emotiva uses more parts and similar toroids/caps/metalwork, etc. Perhaps Emotiva has an efficient supply chain and enjoys more material and labor productivity than ML and passes these savings on to its customers. And Emotiva's pricing model is "cost plus" whereas ML's is "market-based".

I had the chance a number of years ago to A/B my old $250 Yamaha stereo receiver with an $1800 NAD. Neither I nor my two buddies could hear a difference.