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Bel Canto e.One Dac3 or Bryston BDA-1
Both are great DACs. I prefer the Bel Canto, especially with the VBS power supply. The BC seems more neutral and refined. 
Most sophisticated and intelligent musician
@Sit: Yes, this is a bit silly. It's difficult to have an opinion about someone's "intelligence" based on their artistic expression.I agree that Leonard Cohen is a bright man. Very well spoken and thoughtful. I add him to my list. :)I have issue w... 
Most sophisticated and intelligent musician
Louis ArmstrongDuke EllingtonMiles DavisThelonious MonkBob DylanBrian Eno 
Audiolab, Rowland integrated - nothing in between?
I second the Naim. 
New Apple TV -- Anyone planning on it?
@Granosalis: Shhhh.... ;) 
Music you like but rarely listen
I listen to most the music I like, but I recently listened to the "Sound Opinions" podcast in which they discuss "The Wall" by Pink Floyd. I like Pink Floyd, but because I've heard them so many times (even when I didn't want to), I've haven't list... 
New Apple TV -- Anyone planning on it?
@Granosalis: Excellent! I'm glad you are liking the ATV. I also see that you are using the Silflex glass cable....nice.... ;) 
Naim HDX vs Resolution Audio Cantata
You might try a Weiss INT202 and Naim DAC. This is what I've been using and it is wonderful. I get the Apple interface and flexibility, along with the Naim sound. I'm getting ready to test some options to the INT202. 
Ethernet over power line - noisey?
Sometimes "power line" products can cause problems for audio, especially if you have a good system that shows flaws easily. I also think that grounding issues can become an issue. While I don't usually recommend power conditioners, sometimes when ... 
Naim HDX vs Resolution Audio Cantata
I haven't listened to the Resolution Audio, so I cannot make a comparison, but I can say that the Naim sounds excellent, and has the "Naim Sound" that allows their CD players to be popular among music listeners.You could look at the Linn DS produc... 
has anyone used the new apple tv unit
@Peter: It requires a HDMI display to setup, and is more functional with a display when using it. If you just want audio streaming from iTunes, the AirPort Express is the best choice. When used with the Apple iOS Remote app, it allows you to contr... 
The Best Polished Glass Toslink Optical Cables?
@Pulver: Yes, there is a place called "The Cable Company" that allows this. ;) 
has anyone used the new apple tv unit
Yes, sir....and it's a wonderful device. Sounds great and is super easy to setup and use. If you are an iTunes user and don't need 24/96 compatibility, I highly recommend it. There are some other AG threads about the new ATV that you should search... 
Is the new Apple TV better than Squeezebox?
Does it need to do 24/96 or better? ;)For 16/44 content, it sounds excellent. The interface is wonderful and it syncs with iTunes without any additional software. The iOS Remote app is extremely cool, and the AirPlay feature that is coming with iO... 
NAD C375Bee or Yamaha A-S2000
I second the Naim NAIT5.