Maybe I'm misunderstanding something. I have been connected to my home stereo (an old Technics analog) for years through every Mac I've had. I never had to buy anything except a 1/8" to RCA adaptor from Radio Shack and the length of stereo cable I wanted to use. At present I have speakers in three rooms and in my backyard with a switch control so I can listen to just one or all. I connect to my stereo through an old Atus mixer. iTunes 4.5 is great for a jukebox and all I had to do was upgrade. I guess if you have enough money for every doodad Apple offers then go ahead and buy it all. I certainly would if I could. I have purchased all of my stereo equipment from pawnshops and estate sales, and I would put it up against the latest new stuff for quality of sound. You guys had best learn how to conserve your money and prepare for hard times ahead. I'm sure my comments will start a ruckus :-) But that's the fun of it. _________________________________________________________________ Watch the online reality show Mixed Messages with a friend and enter to win a trip to NY http://www.msnmessenger-download.click-url.com/go/onm00200497ave/direct/01/