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Atma-sphere and Burson customer support its first class. 
Musical Fidelity X-Can V8 DAC/USB Quality
The thing i don't like about it, is the gigantic volume knob. :\ overall, it does have a decent SQ for the price. 
Peachtree iDac reliabilty?
Well, probably. Do you have a specified budget? 
Chord sound?
I have read lots of good things about them, a guy compared them to a Class A krell, in terms of sound. 
Anyone here compare the Leben CS300 to the CS600?
Both are fine..The main difference between them is the power output IMO. 
Best solid state headphone amp under $1000
The Burson you mentioned on your list pairs well with high end Denons. 
Cary CPA-1 preamp...listening impressions?
You got a nice sounding unit Talk2me. We hope you have a quick recovery. 
Anyone compared NAD and Cambridge Intergrateds?
Goind with Nad is a good choice, you wont regret it. I also owned a nad unit, and it was solid and the SQ fabulous. G luck! 
Best CD I've heard so far 2011.........
"All you need is now" by Duran duran seems interesting. I like most of the tracks on it. 
Music on DVD vs CD or SACD - any difference?
I've been quite impressed by DVD-A discs. It takes music to another level. 
Song covers that are better than the originals
Enter sandman by Metallica (original ver by Pat Boone) 
SS amps for merlin vsm
Burson PI-160 is capable to drive these babies without a problem. You can take a look at it. 
What is your source for discovering new music?
Mainly forums...music threads, and recommendations from friends. Sometimes youtube. 
Band with highest success/talent ratio?
The Beatles? 
Where does your user name come from?
My name is Nick and J is the first letter of my last name.