Full disclosure: I never got around to trying a Fractal product, had high hopes for the FM3 and was really looking forward to it, but couldn't really justify waiting 1+ year for a product that by many accounts is still lacking (see the ongoing USB drama). I took a good look around and decided on a solution that suits my situation perfectly. Does it sound as good as an FM3 ? Philosophical question: how good does something sound that you'll never be able to hear ?Well, In my opinion there is no equal product out there. But everyone is free to choose. So it should not b a problem if the product is currently not available ...take it easy!