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Bryston 9BST or Krell Showcase????
I should mention that I would like this to sound decent when I run 2-channel. I have a Naim CDP that I will still be using. 
Vienna acoustic vs Thiel vs ProAc vs Paradigm
Vienna's are very articulate beautiful sounding speakers. I would try to buy a pair of Beethovens SH vs. the Mozarts. I made the upgrade and it was a huge difference. 
What makes a system compelling?
In one word Naim!Quite simply a top of the line Naim olive series 52 pre, CDSII cd player (a huge factor), 250 amp with high quality full range speakers. You'll feel the depth, timing, bass, dimension, rythm, and articulation immediatly...In the s... 
How good is the Philips 963SA as CD transport?
Ditto on the above. I have one of these and I have a Naim CDP. No comparison. PHillips is lacking in all areas, dull, boring, no detail, no dimension, no soundstage......Naim will spoil some of the best cdp's.