Big Chris:chebby:
Why would you try to hide the C20 upgrade?
If it's your money - and the kids are clothed and fed - and the bills paid etc. then who gives a monkey's?
You're either single, or your Wife is perfection on two legs Chebby.
My Wife hasn't spotted my CD72T is actually now a CD192, and the longer that lasts, the better! Unfortunately, any amp I go for in future will not have a snowball's chance in hell of masquerading as an A65+.
Of course she is 'perfection on two legs' and always will be to me
(We have been together since 1980 so I guess something works though I have no idea what, because I am a man obviously!)
She has her money, I have mine. I pay all the bills and would not dream of spending out on hifi instead if anything took a higher prority. To some degree I consult her. It was her wish that we retain a CD player. On the other hand I know she loves the Rega R3 speakers so I would not change those without ensuring first that she would like the look and I would make sure they had the same finish (maple) if at all possible and similar dimensions (if a floor stander).
The upgrade to Naim recently was fine. That was universally approved of. (By daughters as well)