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How Is MQA Fareing?
It's always good to hear an alternate point of view, but it sounds like Linn just doesn't want to pay Meridian whatever costs they might incur in implementing MQA.  Linn can always develop a better/cheaper way of streaming hi-res files if they wan... 
Bluesound Node 2 as DAC for CD player?
audionoobie, This is an edited quote from an Audiostream review of the Node 2:" The company includes a Toslink Optical to 3.5mm mini adapter in the package."Read more at https://www.audiostream.com/content/bluesound-node-2#mm4ZgiGQAL3HMXeu.99 Also... 
Bluesound Node 2 as DAC for CD player?
If you prefer the sound of the Node 2 DAC to that of the Rotel there's no reason not to send the output of your disc spinner to the Node 2. 
How Is MQA Fareing?
So far, so good.  Two of the three major record companies (conglomerates Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group) have  signed on with MQA and end users seem to be happy with it.  Streaming seems to be where music sales are going.  The major ... 
Considering switching from Audio Research to PrimaLuna, troube with VS115 amp
fsonic, I don’t think upscale suggested buying amps by their looks. He set up a listening session comparing 2 PrimaLunas to an AR integrated that was more than twice the price of the PLs, after all. He invited everyone to attend. Those who did att... 
The Backert Labs Rhumba 1.2 Extreme
Woody, I don't know this from experience, but from research, you may  prefer a later Amperex 7316 or 12au7.  My understanding is that the D getters are more laid back and the later Amperexes have a more lively or vivid sound. 
CD players = dead?
No they are not dead. They will not get back to the level of popularity they had in the 80s, 90s and 00s, but they will continue to be sold and improved for the foreseeable future.As with all things audio, they can be better than servers/streamers... 
Pop albums with an opening overture?
Al (Kooper) also included an overture on his first solo album, "I Stand Alone."  Both this one and the B,S & T overture include some "psychedelic" sound effects.   
Pop albums with an opening overture?
Blood, Sweat & Tears’, "Child Is Father To The Man." A great album. 
Pass amps can they handle a highly reactive speaker load?
It depends on the Pass amp. Audiogoner whitecamaross has been on an epic journey trying different amps, including many with ML 15As. Here is a quote from this thread: My Long List of Amplifiers and My Personal Review of Each!"Pass and Logans are ...