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Why Not Return the Favor?
I never look at them.Kal 
JBL B460 SUB + BX63A audyssey MultEQ setup
Get it out of the corner and, if possible, bypass the LP filter on the BX63A.Kal 
Classe SSP 800 vs. Krell S-1200
You don't really expect a definitive answer to that question, do you?Kal 
Classe SSP 800 vs. Krell S-1200
Depends on your question, of course, but I have no knowledge of the Krell. The current Classe and the Krell 707 will not downsample PCM, afaik, but they will not accept DSD. I do not know about the 1900. 
2.1 disability...
To set the record straight, the Oppo 95 has 7.1 analog outputs (not just 5.1) and, in addition, it has 2 sets of stereo outputs (RCA and XLR).Kal 
Mccormack DNA-1 describe the sound characteristics
Try the Pro 10MC pre with the DNA-1 and see if it is the preamp. 
2.1 disability...
The Integras are good machines and each was pretty much at the cutting edge for its time. There was a big change in the analog portions for the 80.1/2 but, for digital, all are performers. Just choose your feature set. 
Choices for multi ch digital transport-Oppo best?
It definitely does. 
2.1 disability...
The Audio Refinement Pre2DSP was a transitional product, as was their Pre5. There are analog multichannel preamps that do not have such constraints but, as Mceljo says, it is time to move on to a modern device that will do HDMI as well as analog.Kal 
Choices for multi ch digital transport-Oppo best?
There are some that are built to a higher physical standard but I have not used them and, so, I cannot say if they offer any better performance. I can say that the Ayre DX-5 (which is based on the Oppo BDP-83) is a better performer but only you ca... 
Krell S1200- Among the best sounding processors?
I do not know who your "legit source" is but he is entitled to his opinion even though it is not universally shared. There are a lot of good options at that price and less, including the excellent Classe. (BTW, I have not used the S1200, only the ... 
How to get sound from meridian 800v3 in DVD mode
Meridian is not for novices. There is a steep learning curve but most have the dealer do it for them.Kal 
How to get sound from meridian 800v3 in DVD mode
Meridian 2011 is the question/discussion forum.Meridian WIKI is the repository of personal experience/FAQs.Duncan's Meridian Info is the repository of Meridian docs. Have you registered?Kal 
How to get sound from meridian 800v3 in DVD mode
As I suggested before, ask here: http://www.meridianunplugged.com 
Two-channel is inferior to multi-channel, no?
I will go multi channel when I grow more ears! :)I know that this is usually said in jest but, otherwise, it represents a sad ignorance of hearing mechanisms.Kal