Cary Cinema 8 vs. Krell Showcase vs. TagMclaren AV


Can anyone help me figure out the comparison between these the processors? My dad is a big fan of Cary amps, but there is nowhere close for me to listen to their processor. I've found a pretty good deal on a Krell Showcase, and a good deal on the Tag Mclaren AV32R. I'm particularly interested in opinions on the Cary and Tag, because there a ton of comments already here on the Showcase.

Thanks in advance!
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I have a Cary Cinema 8. It is by far very good and very musical piece. It is better than the Krell in my opinion much smoother and warmer sounding. It has a good movie performance as well. I think that it is definitely one of the best out there. For those of you who do not know about Cary, check them out, I think they are one of the best out there it is sad that not many dealers have them. Also, check out the Simaudio Stargate, that sounds very very good too. My choice would have to come down between those two.

My components are:

AMP: Simaudio Titan 5 channel amp

Speakers: Martin Logan Ascent i, Martin Logan Theater i, and Martin logan Scenario for rears

SUB: Infinity HPS 1000 (1000 watts)

Powerconditioner: Monster HTS 1000 and Audioprisms

Sources:
Pioneer 563A universal player with Musical Fidelity A324 upsampling DAC

Samsung HD931 DVD player

Shanling T200 tube player

Monitor: 65" Hitachi TV S500

Cables: Nordost Blue Heaven and Nordost Red Dawns

I hope this helps people.