Actually, it don't matter what the brand is or whether it's DIY or not.
As long as you like what you are listening to, that's it.
I could not care less about people who claim theirs is better or that yours can be improved upon etc.
Whether it's your hard-earned moolah for that "hi-end" gear or your sweat n tears for the DIY gadget... if you like it, great.
Check my high end setup!, The world of high end sound.