The Oppo app works pretty well for using an ipad for control and accessing menus. But I agree a monitor is better. Using the touch screen for control is a little cumbersome.
I know you said that you were not keen on the looks of horns and that you were not pleased with your Klipsch experience so you may dismiss this recco out of hand. But I believe the builder has executed a near perfect horn loaded speaker that takes what Klipsch does to a remarkable level...
Hello,
I'm new this forum. So forgive me if I am breaking any kind of protocol. A turntable company that is not listed is PTP Audio. www.ptpaudio.com They make incredible idler drive turntables, the Solid9 and the Solid12.
Thanks