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The CD player is dead.......
I can't wait until we have more standalone "connected audio appliance" pieces like the Linn DS and the upcoming PS Audio PerfectWave DAC w/bridge. I still like to have hard-copies of all my CDs for archival purposes, in addition to a computer-base... 
Wyred DAC-2 vs. PS Audio PWave
Slanski-How did the Sonos compare with the async USB output from your Mac? Also, were you using the DAC2's internal async USB input or some other solution (like a HiFace, etc.)? 
Anyone tried the Benchmark
You can always try out the Benchmark. The upside is that it has decent resale value and you won't lose much, especially if you buy used to begin with. If you like it, that's great because they are not super expensive. I've had a few headphones in ... 
Anyone tried the Benchmark
I have the HD-650's and had the Benchmark DAC. I also used the DAC-1 with my Krell KAV-400xi/Dynaudio Contour S3.4 speaker setup. FYI, Head-Fi.org has a ton of info about the headphone pairing with this DAC and others. What I can tell you about my... 
Powerline Ethernet - Does it affect A/C noise?
Ha, "snake" is okay too. Yeah, I should have specified better - we are going to be in an apartment. Not sure if I can drill and I'd rather not run wires down the hallway. 
CD player recommendations under $2K used
Meridian 588, or if you can stretch it, a G08