I thought I should post back. This upgrade from my original 8000SL is stunning - so transformational for what is basically replacing the electronics and tweeter. Who would have thought it could make such a difference. It's unlocked a presence that wasn't really there before - I used to love Trifield and relied on my 7200HC to fill out the centre but it's no longer required. I'm pleased I was able to leapfrog the SE upgrade as it would have been a harder call.

Some material I really didn't like - I found it tiringly bright - like the remaster of Graceland has definitely improved. I don't have MQA working yet as I haven't done the updated config to use the 818 direct to the speakers. Will be done in the next few weeks.

Main system: 818v3, 861v6, HD621, Oppo 103D, DSP8000PP, DSP7200SE HC, DSP3200, SGR Sub
Family room: HD621, 861v6, DSP5200 L/C/R
Headphones: Schiit Mjolnir v1, Sennheiser HD800; (office) iFi iDSDPro, Focal Elegia