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Anyone else have issues with Tidal?
Great opportunity to try Qobuz if it’s available where you live.  I switched from Tidal a few years ago and never looked back, and I’m far from alone here.  Don’t recall anyone switching from Qobuz to Tidal, ehem.   
Why so few devices with BNC's??
If AES/EBU is available why offer BNC?  
Tidal Amea speaker
Two is always better than one.   
Anotherspeaker placement question (distance measurements)
Let’s address the elephant in the room — what are your room dimensions and on what wall are your speakers situated?  Not sure why this critical info has to be a national secret.  Sheesh.   
upgrade player or use modified oppo bdp 105 as transport
Here’s a nice Denafrips Terminator 2 that’s in your price range and should provide significant improvements in all areas… https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649931645-denafrips-terminator-ii-12th-black-full-warranty-free-ship-mint-1010-just-rece... 
upgrade player or use modified oppo bdp 105 as transport
Another vote for a DAC and add a streamer when you can. If you have access to Qobuz where you are there’s really no need to bother with the MQA BS. What’s your budget for a DAC, and would you be looking for new or used?  
Don’t buy used McCormack DNA 1990s amps
@davidbeagrace Good question to which there is no easy answer as it’s a very personal decision. I ultimately decided to upgrade my DNA 0.5 RevA at SMcAudio when it failed for the following reasons: I really like the sound of my amp I know gett... 
Xangsane SP-9001AG silver interconnect
@rolox Yeah, I get it.  What terminations did you use on your bulk cable BTW?  My more pressing question is to @roxy54 where you can supposedly get a 1m pair of 6N silver RCA-terminated interconnects for only $160.  That starts to suspend disbelie... 
Grimm MU1 Streamer - Really "The Best"?
Despite the title of my thread I have enough experience in this hobby to know that any “conclusion” I think I’ve reached may later be proven totally wrong! Amen Brother!  I think any audiophile worth his/her salt has a thirst to keep learning. ... 
Speaker cable recommendations
Another vote for LavriCables.  All the cables I’ve gotten from them sound supremely natural while being very well detailed — kinda the Holy Grail for cables IMHO unless you’re looking for tone controls.  Their value, quality, and customer service ... 
Xangsane SP-9001AG silver interconnect
Looks interesting, but my radar is up to say the least.  For example, I bought these 5N silver interconnects from LavriCables that, in RCA form (I bought balanced for my HeadFi rig), would be about $185USD for a 1m pair, so to be able to buy a 1m ... 
AV-10, AV41, AVM90, SDP 58. Thoughts?
Due respect, I think you’re a bit lost in the weeds here with all the features, technology, etc.  What sound qualities are you looking for?  One example — if you’re looking for a warmer, richer sound but don’t require the nth degree of micro upper... 
48gbps Hdmi 2.1 Cable Recommendations
DHLabs HDMI 2.1 is a solid choice if high performance/value are a priorities… https://silversonic.com/products/digital-cables/hdmi-2-1/   You didn’t specify length, so if you need a longer length or just wanna cheap out and probably be just fine... 
Improvement over 2002 Denon AVR-3802 for 2 Channel Music System
My quandary is, what will I really gain here with a new amp? That’ll get you halfway there, but as long as the Denon’s preamp section is in the signal chain it’ll be a significant bottleneck to much better sound.  Not sure why you’re against an... 
Emotiva or Anthem or Something Else?
Option 2 on steroids. You’ll be thrilled. I think you nailed it. Here’s a great deal on a 2080 in case you’re interested… https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamrxa2080bl-rb/yamaha-rx-a2080-9.2-ch-x-140-watts-a/v-receiver/1.html I...