[Steve.]

I service and install medical instruments. I do not use our family savings for audio, I buy and sell gear to finance upgrades. I also have the opportunity to work on instruments at home for extra money which also funds my hobbies and my kids hobbies. Much of my gear was "close out" sale priced or used, patience is my key to finding great gear that I can afford. I just made some major upgrades to my system mostly by picking up gear locally and selling it on eBay. I got lucky with some vintage gear that sold for much more than anticipated. Those upgrades were just in time, my daughter needs braces so that put the brakes on any luxury purchases for the next year !