Several things to keep in mind:
- AKM factory is coming back on line...
- They have promised test batches only so far
- Mass production batches (ie: standard production) is not due until end 3rd QTR or 4th QTR...
- By the time a 4th QTR production batch gets shipped, and stuff gets built, then shipped out to retail it will be 2023 (my guess)
- We are getting confirmation from multiple sources that the Xx700 series are discontinued...
- Word has come back that what stock of X3700's is in the pipeline is what is left, they are not making any more
- There are earlier rumours that they were planning to launch the Xx800 series late this year
- It would therefore make sense that they would be preparing to manufacture the Xx800 models (or perhaps already manufacturing them)
- There may be less of a squeeze on X4700 stock... but assumption is that X3800 and X4800 manufacturing will probably go hand in hand... So I expect we will start to hear that the X4700 has been discontinued fairly soon
- Are you asking about the X4600 (previous generation) or the current X4700?
Lots of relevant detail here, much appreciated!
I'm in no rush for the AVR, but expect the replacement x800series will be more expensive given inflation is running at 9.1% right now.
I have gone to great lengths getting my front speakers to very low distortion levels (circa -70db at 100db SPL), but as they are horns, they are also extremely efficient (112db at 1w)
Almost all partnering electronic options cause audible hiss with my system, so in my case SINAD must be as low as possible.
I was going for the x4700h and external L+R amps (hypex), but can't take the risk given the DAC change.