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Oppo 95-Integra 80.3 connection
The stereo outputs of the BDP-95 have the best DAC setup. The multichannel isn't different enough to warrant using the multi outs. Use HDMI for movies. Connect XLR for stereo sources. You can use bass management and room correction on the 80.3 if ... 
Which components are "stupid good"?
With it's DACs, power supply and fully balaced outs, I think the Oppo BDP-95 is a great CD player for the price, but when you add the fact that it plays blu-rays and just about everything else...it's stupid good. 
Center Speaker Suggestions??
A receiver that doesn't have HDMI doesn't have Dolby Volume. I would try redoing your setup with the center speaker removed. I had some NHT speakers (Classic Three) a while ago, and the L/R were significantly better performers than the center. Dep...