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If you started from scratch - what would you do?

Hi,
I have to replace my integrated amp and in this process there is a big "strategic" question that requires an answer: should I stil stick to CDs (my cd player still works well) and buy a new integrated amp OR already contemplate the next step using a very good DAC into a power-amp and thus pave the way for the future without cd player? What would you do and why?
In case you choose the DAC path: which one? I had the opportunity to listen to MSB the analog DAC which was great. What about Totaldac(d1-dual DAC)? Any other recommendation?
Cheers and thank you
mikefi

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tjassoc
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I prefer to keep my components separate. With patience, I found I could get the best of each type of component. Also, replacing and/or upgrading is much easier.
Amplifiers are a relatively stable platform. Purchase a good one and it can provide trouble free enjoyment for a decade.
DAC's develop much faster (than amplifiers). IMHO - unless you're buying a statement DAC or one that can be upgraded, keeping a DAC for a decade seems unlikely - especially with less expensive DAC's.
New better performing cost effective DAC's continue to be brought to market that keep getting better. And remember, especially with DAC's, yesterday's price performing class leader is usually discounted once a newer (and usually) better model is brought to market.
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