I bought my first boogie, a Mark IV with EV and case for $650.00 cash at a pawn shop last December. I've bought 5 more since in this order, 22+ $350, sold it for $450, DC-5 head $300, sold it for $625 on eBay, Mark III head $450, Mark IIB wicked mint wicker/padauk stack with anvil cases $1200, Studio pre, $400. I still use Fender and Marshall amps occasionally. IIC+ soon.