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do NAIM cdp sound good only with Naim components?
Newer Naim CD players and preamps have both DIN and RCA. You can do a direct A/B comparison of cables this way, albeit only with a Naim preamp. 
What should be the first component when upgrading?
CD player first, then speakers, then amp. 
do NAIM cdp sound good only with Naim components?
No, they work great with any other brand. However, they are at their best in a Naim system. 
Fanfare FM-2G-C antenna
I have one as well as a Godar model 1A I think, (the one with rabbit ears), a Magnum Dynalab ST2, and a CCrane Reflect.They each, with the exception of the Reflect, work better than the other one in different rooms, go figure.If I had to pick one,... 
Integrated with features?
Better yet the new Creek Destiny.I think it can have a phono. A killer amp. 
Naim CD5x versus CDX2
Again, check here:http://forums.naim-audio.com/eve/forums?a=search&reqWords=CDX2+isolationYou can find every question about Naim that you can think up on the Naim forum. 
Naim CD5x versus CDX2
You would have a hard time making them sound bad.Good solid shelf, any quality audio rack, is all that's required.If you want better:Naim Fraim....priceyQuadraspire...nice looking reasonably priced. I use that rack with a Nuence platform under my ... 
Naim CD5x versus CDX2
Look here:http://forums.naim-audio.com/eve/forums?a=search&reqWords=CD5X+vs+CDX2They are both fine machines. CD5x/Hicap comes close to a CDX2, but not quite. The same money can get a CDX2, around $3000 used. You can ad an XPS2 later to go to a... 
FM Antenna Godar vs. Magnum Dynalab
I must jump back in here. I also have a Fanfare whip. IMO, in my house, the ST 2 and the Godar out perform the Fanfare. 
Picking a mid-tier HT receiver for optimal audio
NAD all the way. I have had a 770 and 762. I like them better than the Arcam 300. 
FM Antenna Godar vs. Magnum Dynalab
I am Currently using both in two different rooms. The Godar is better IMO. Get the one with the rabbit ears,http://www.godarusa.com/id66.htmlbeats the standard model. The ST2 works better in one room, the Godar bettr in the other, go figure. Place... 
int amp for naim cd5x
Naim gear takes a good LONG while to burn in, even if it's used and has been off for awhile. Naim Nait 5i will rock your world with the CD5X. :)A perfect match.PS Audio and Naim are at opposite ends. 
Best integrated or receiver w/phono for $1K?
http://www.outlawaudio.com/products/rr2150.html 
Anyone, Naim CDS 555
Check Here:Naim-audio.comPinkfishmedia.net 
Problem with the Audio Alchemy DDE. v3 Dac
Have you tried unplugging the unit for awhile?