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Cables advice for ARC + Mark Levinson + Wilson
I had a similar system of a ARC Ref 5, Krell Evo 403e (Also had ML 433) and Wilson Sasha W/P.I used Transparent Ref XL, and the sound was never thin nor lean, I would suggest the Ref or Ref XL if you can swing it, and do try to get the MM2 tech mo... 
What processor?
The Classe' SSP-800 is my favorite at the price point. The Meridian 861v6 is awesome but a two box solution (and no 3D if that matters to you) and it is pretty expensive. 
Krell EVO 302 or 302e
Zormi,The 'e' series has much more aligned output stages and a enhanced power supply, at CES a couple years ago when they first came out Krell demoed the 402 v 402e and the room unanimously agreed the e series was a significant improvement, they a... 
What is the single best pre amp you have ever hear
Audio Research 40th Anniversary, I had the Ref 5 and the 40th made the Ref 5 seem thin, it is simply amazing! 
Pre-Pro/Preamp Room Eq - Help with Meridian
Cannot comment on the v2 as I never owned one, you'll have to check Meridian's website for the DAC differences, Trifield is on the G series and 861 series, I assume but am not sure if it is on the 568 model. 
Pre-Pro/Preamp Room Eq - Help with Meridian
1) Hell yes! The Meridian's sound great, but Trifield will require a center channel.2) I think the )A13's are only for the newest Meridian pre/[pro's3) No, they do not.4) The Meridian room correction is a PITA and only does the lower frequencies, ... 
Classe ssp 600 vs 800 ?
The analog section of the SSP800 is significantly better than the SSP600 though. 
Canton Reference 5.2 dc
I think the 3.2 was a significant step up from the 809's in bottom end and discernment. they are smoother and more open and spacious. Sorry for the slow reply..... 
Canton Reference 5.2 dc
I've had the Vento 809's with the 802's still as my surrounds, also have the center and had their Vento sub as well so well acquainted with them, also had the Ref 3.2's for a while, all really great speakers and a bargain in my mind. They like som... 
No response from sellers??
I have been having trouble with the new A'gon site, when questions are asked I do NOT receive email notification like I used to or even when I first placed the ad!I have to check the site several times a day to be punctual, and somedays I simply f... 
Amp Advice : to Proceed or not to Proceed ?
The HPA and even Amp series were basically Mark Levinson amps rebadged with only minimal changes, many in the case. Proceed was started by Madrigal to test their performance in the digital domain before badging it as Mark Levinson, so they needed ... 
Krell Evo 402e vs Evo 400 mono and Evo 202/Phantom
I have had the 403 and now the 403e, I was also lucky enough to be @ Krell's demo of the 402 v 402e @ CES a couple years ago, the 'e' series are much smoother and cleaner, everyone in the room was equally impressed.FWIW I have also owned a KSA 300... 
home theater processor suggestions?
I would warn you also about using a receiver as a pre/pro as some/many do not use room correction for their preamp outputs..... 
Familiarity with German company T+A and the DAC 8
Great gear, especially their CDP and DAC's, very cool looking to my eyes as well! Enjoy it! 
Pass labs and wilson ausio sasha w/p
OP was asking about an XA100.........