Best integrated for Dynaudio 1.3mkII

Try the Pathos New Classic One. I think for the first time all the praise that Sam Tellig says about an equipment is actually true. I am using one with Special 25s

Not familiar with item 3 on your list; that withstanding, I believe you have them in the proper order. Each is a step up over the other in terms of resolution, finese, pace, and detail. Search the archives and I belive you'll find a number of comments regarding Simaudio and Dynaudio as being a very nice match. I run my I5 with Joseph Audio monitors and while I still have lots work to do in the room treatment/speaker placement areas, my current setup is very good. Maybe not world class, but having gotten the components at a fraction of retail cost here on the 'gon, I am very satisfied.

Dear xxx19,

I owned an Audio Refinement Complete for 3+ years. This is one of the best values in integrated amps out there. Superb sound and function, excellent build quality and priced right. Very highly recommended. I sold mine and bought the McIntosh MA-6500 integrated. I have never looked back. Sound, quality of build and function is unmatched. Pricey but worth every penny!
Hope this helps, Hififile!

9200 or the 8200 MKII

Interesting thread as I'm in the middle of the exact same problem. I have a Creek 5350SE in my system now. Over the last week or two, I was able to borrow both a Classe CAP-151 and a Plinius 9100. The order of my preference is:

Classe
Plinius
Creek

The Classe had the best detail, imaging and soundstage with the 1.3MKII's, but was not very musical (boring)

The Plinius was the most musical and engaging, but just couldn't beat the Classe's in it's strong points.

The Creek wasn't bad in all areas, but wasn't in the same league with the other two.

If I had to pick between these three, I would go with the Classe and not be totally happy. I plan to listen to the Plinius 9200, and probably buy the same. The Plinius sound is great, and from what I hear and read, I assume that it will have all the detail, imaging and soundstage that I will ever want. For $1200 more, I surely hope so.