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Innuos - New Re-Clocker
Dave and Troy: OK thanks. Needless to say, this would be irrelevant if one feeds their DAC via USB (from either Statement or Phoenix / Zenith combo), and no Ethernet is needed for the DAC. But then, if that's the case, Phoenix is not needed anyway... 
Innuos - New Re-Clocker
Hmmmm.... Zenith also provides a clean Ethernet output as well. 
Innuos - New Re-Clocker
This is very encouraging @gasherbaum ! The problem is, it will take a while for Phoenix USB to be available for sale. Likely in 2020 
Soulution 511 vs. Luxman m900
@david_ten 😂 😂😉. Yes indeed! 
Soulution 511 vs. Luxman m900
Not sure who is the creepy dude here 
Soulution 511 vs. Luxman m900
Hey Craig ... I am not sure why you have to resort to personal attacks. And since you asked, I like the T+A 3000 so much that I ordered the newer PA 3100 HV. It should arrive in a few weeks. Cheers! 
Soulution 511 vs. Luxman m900
There is one way to know: try for yourself. When you post something like this, comparing two brands / amps, the fan boys will certainly jump in and "pump" their baby, like the award collector on facebook here, a definite Luxman fan boy to say the ... 
How to A/B Test Power Cables & Interconnects?
IMHO you don't need a double blind ABX test to evaluate a cable vs. another (or any audio equipment for that matter). When you hear it, you will know. If you have a hard time hearing the difference not blind, then it's not worth it doing the chang... 
Which stereo amp to try under $30k
Someone mentioned the T+A above. I second that. I have the B&W 803 D3 speakers, paired with T+A PA 3000 HV, and it’s a great match. Current (slightly improved) version is PA 3100 HV 
Streamer to DAC which type of cable Ethernet or USB
There is only one way to know: try both  
How good is MSB Discrete Dac?
So what did end buying @shkong78 ? 
Thinking of buying a new DAC - Shiit Yggdrasil?
Throwing another similar option into the mix, KTE version if you can afford it: https://kitsunehifi.com/product/holo-audio-spring2-dac-kitsune-tuned-edition/  
Amp Options for B&W 803 D3 Speakers?
If you can afford them, try the T+A Elektroakustik amps. German company, but has several dealers here in US. I have their PA 3000 HV Integrated Amp with my 803 D3, and very happy! It replaced the Luxman L-509X Integrated. Substantial improvement f... 
Luxman L-509x for B&W 803 D3
Just a quick courtesy update (OP here): I ended with a T+A PA 3000 HV Integrated amp. I am very happy with the outcome. Thanks! 
Pass Labs int 250
Harbeth and Luxman are a great match. Check out Luxman L-509x