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Bridged NADs vs. Rotel Ra - 1062
I have owned a couple of NAD C356BEEs, still have one. I believe them to be a good budget integrated amplifier. The C356 was preceeded by the C355 so the 356 would have less years on it. As others have indicated I would stay away from bridging am... 
Outstanding Custom Dust Covers
+1 @rock-on  I received my covers and find them to be everything I was hoping for. When ordering I added a little distance to the depth to account for cables. In hindsight I believe I would consider the open back or a flap back approach. That said... 
Speakers or Turntable upgrade
Given that you are not 'in love' with the Paradigms, I would look for speakers that suit you better. Then you are better positioned to consider upgrading the source.  
Can you think of a reason not to?
You might consider the purchase of a 2 channel preamp 1st to use with the 5 channel amp while searching for an amplifier.  Have you considered using an integrated amplifier as opposed to separates?  
Outstanding Custom Dust Covers
@mofimadness I will get back once they arrive. I felt it was a small price to pay considering the investment I have in the gear.   
Amplifier recommendation
I agree with kennyc, I would go with AVA or Odyssey. They could be bought new at your budget.  
Can you think of a reason not to?
i have lone been an advocate for 2 channel audio for both audio and video.  I believe you are going in the right direction.  If the Anthem amplifiers provide the synergy with the your speakers you like the 2 channel P2 would likely serve better th... 
???Compare-Contrast & Comment???5 Pairs Large Monitors
Well, I own the Fritz Carbon 7 SE MKIIs. Can't make any comparison to the others mentioned. I find the Carbons to have a very even tonal balance, play deep enough into the bass region for my tastes (room about 11x15x8.5'), great soundstaging and i... 
What's my best upgrade options
I agree with those who recommend starting at the source, TT or DAC and Transport.   
Outstanding Custom Dust Covers
@rock-on ​@mofimadness  Thanks for the heads-up! I just ordered 4 covers Double sided quilt for tube amplifier and tube preamp. Vinyl for solid state amp and DAC.  
CEC Belt Drive CD Transports vs Jay's Audio CD Transports
I have not heard either CEC transports but will state that I am very happy with my Jay's CD2MK3.   Well built, easy to use, and an across the board improvement to the Cambridge CXC transport.  
BEL 1001 MK5 driving Joseph Audio Pulsars
Pass Labs XA-25.  Several other changes to the system so hard to compare. I will say I probably should have Kept the BEL. I did love that amp.  
Use of Denafrips Iris 12th DDC with computer
@iansr Sorry, I will check out the PM problem. If regarding my BEL amp I replied on that thread. I sold it 4 years ago.  
BEL 1001 MK5 driving Joseph Audio Pulsars
@iansr  I sold it about 4 years ago here on AG.  
Use of Denafrips Iris 12th DDC with computer
Again thanks to all for the input. I feel I need to clarify a few points.   I am not thinking of using the Iris in my primary system. I would use the DDC in my secondary system which is composed of a Rogue Sphinx V3 integrated, Musical Fidelity M...