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Alternatives to Marantz Model 50/CD50n?

I own the Marantz Model 50 and CD50n. I like them a lot. They fulfill a very specific set of requirements and do it well--better than the price point might suggest. But I'm wondering if there is anything else I should try.

I know there are loads of options in other configurations/specs, but are there any other options out there that offer the following:

  1. Two-box solution. No more. No fewer.
  2. HDMI Arc. I know this rules out a lot of great options. C’est la vie.
  3. Complete Integration. One remote. One power button. Etc.
  4. PCM 32/384 and DSD256 via at least one input.
  5. Wifi and Airplay.
tmock
tmock OP
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Bueller...Bueller...?

soix
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I think the non answer is your answer.  If you’re looking for more than midFi you’ll lose things like Wi-Fi (for which there’s an easy workaround) and ARC as you’ve obviously already found.  At a certain point lifestyle and hifi products part ways, and it appears you’ve found that point.  At least you’re enjoying what you have, so that’s the good thing. 

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