During the Kickstarter, the unit is priced similarly to a pair of M3's, so you're getting the amp, DAC and other electronics for free. That is incredible value.
Even after that, if you accept that the M3's represent a decent value, the upcharge for the electronics seems very reasonable to me, and certainly competitive with other premium audio brands. And this thing simply does MORE than just about any other competing platform out there.
Now, I personally can't afford it due to other priorities AND I don't have any unmet needs that it satisfies. But I think this is a very remarkable product at a fair price.
I would absolutely consider the DAC/Pre-amp thingy as a successor to my squeezebox in the future.
