[simpleman68]

Mc still makes some pretty good gear but are nothing like they used to be. For years there have been higher quality options (both sound and build) available for less money.

Streaming services are trickier and there are pros/cons to each service.

Consensus among the audio communities I'm part of is the best ones are:
(All are priced comparably)

Tidal - excellent SQ Redbook CD quality (FLAC format 16 bit) smaller library than others but great selection of jazz, big band

Qobuz - Same as Tidal but a smaller library yet, for now

Spotify - Huge library but SQ is less than others above even with their "hifi"

Feel free to shoot me a PM if you want to knock around ideas or build a system. (I'm just a hobbyist/sound geek) You can get fantastic sound without breaking the bank. Beware the numerous snake oil items out there.

Stop in to Command Performance in Falls Church for a listen. They have some great gear and rooms are set up like a regular house, not treated/controlled rooms that make gear sound better than your room at home.
I haven't been for a few years but they had a nice selection of gear and were good guys.
Scott