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CD Transport that has I2S hdmi output, cheaper the better.
George It's the same OEM factory responsible for the Audiolab players if that helps with your research on the laser.   
CD Transport that has I2S hdmi output, cheaper the better.
George He is a pretty comprehensive review from one of the Far East publications that may have the answers you are looking for.https://review.u-audio.com.tw/reviewdetail.asp?reviewid=1528 
NuForce STA 200
@jl35 The DAC-9 will work fine as I tried it briefly with the DAC-10.  My preference is the W4S STP-SE. 
CD Transport that has I2S hdmi output, cheaper the better.
If you know the people at McLean's see if they have the Nuprime  CDT-8 transport in stock.   
Kinki EX M1 user comments
Right is on the top. 
Is Marantz AV8805 good enough pre amp for McIntosh MC8207
High end Marantz processors seem to be the go to choice with people integrating HT and two channel systems so it must be fine.  Other options at a higher cost would be the Classe' SSP series. Unless you "need" all the extra channels of the 8805 yo... 
Any Avantgarde Duo owners in Atlanta GA?
Jim was actually the AG distributor for many years.  
Is Marantz AV8805 good enough pre amp for McIntosh MC8207
Aren’t some of the Mc AV processors based on Marantz designs anyway? That Marantz should be far ahead of the outdated Mc offerings at a lot lower cost. 
Still looking for an amplifier upgrade- but with a new twist.....
The BHK 250 is a great choice with it's tube front end.  Here is one from a respected authorized dealer.https://www.highperformancestereo.com/power-amplifiers/ps-audio-bhk-stereo-250-power-amplifier-used....If you have concerns about the BHK then ... 
Any Avantgarde Duo owners in Atlanta GA?
Contact for Jimhttp://getbettersound.com/consultation.html 
Recommend A CD Player With A Good Transport To Feed My DAC - Maybe Under $700.
Another vote for the CDT-8 Pro. 
What solid amp to pair with DiaLogue Premium Preamplifier ?
If you want new and Class AB your best bang for the buck are Odyssey and Van Alstine though Klaus at Odyssey has quite the backlog so used would be your best bet with remainder of 20 year warranty.  If budget is larger then more options.   
Apollon audio vs Nord Hypex NC500 mono blocks which to pick
There is a review of the Nord NC500 amp on 6 Moons.  If I remember correctly the Merrill amp was called the Taranis and also reviewed.  Also the Acoustic Imagery Atsah 500.  Reviews are out there you just have to look.  You are getting far to hung... 
Apollon audio vs Nord Hypex NC500 mono blocks which to pick
Money as the 500 modules were twice as expensive.  Merrill Audio used to sell a stereo version but it didn't sell.  Colin at Nord got into it as a sideline to his speaker business and then the publicity he got from us on the AudioShark forum made ... 
Apollon audio vs Nord Hypex NC500 mono blocks which to pick
Or one stereo and one mono depending on where you were planning on placing them and the width of your shelf.  The width of the faceplate on the standard Nord case is 13 3/8".  The 3 channel is the best choice price wise.  As the whole amp is modul...