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McCormack Preamp???
Unless a remote is a must for you, McCormack TLC-1 is another excellent passive you can consider. It should match with your DNA with no problem. You can get a used one cheap in the market. Very satisfied with its performance, I've been using one f... 
Integrated Amp for Girlfriend?
For new stuff, I'd also suggest the Rega Mira 2000. It's look is pretty trendy.With patience, you can get a used one cheap.Hope this helps. 
RegaPlanet Original vs RegaPlanet 2000 vs Jupiter?
I owned the Planet 2000 and I've nothing to say but positive. You can get a used for around $600-650 and I think it's definitely one of the best, if not the best, in the market.It's a substantial upgrade to the original. I won't bother with it unl... 
With Wadia, pre-amp or no pre-amp
Even though I'm NOT using Wadia, I still like it better without preamp. I use McCormack TLC-1 passive mode as a preamp, an excellent preamp in my opinion, but I still like it better without the preamp.I'm only using a Denon DCD-3000, still hoping ... 
Threshold T-50 vs Forte 4 ?
The price of the T-50 is definitely good.However, since it's so cheap, I'll make sure to check with him any repair/mod history. I'd be suprised he doesn't know the true value of this amp. Does it come with manual/box? Do they look beat up? Just be... 
Cambridge SoundWorks or B&W802/803 Matrix/Nautilus
I agree with SteveAudio that don't spend $2k on CSW.In my opinion, the B&W Nautilus line is overpriced but the Matrix series is a steal, since you can get the Matrix series cheap in the market.My philosophy has been buying/listening used equip...