Of the many things that I am considering, one is a small office room system.
it is almost a freeze on the amplifier (Marantz Pearl Lite - been liking this amp especially at the price point) and Speakers (KEF R300).
For the source, I am considering Marantz NA7004 alternatively Rega DAC with Apple Airport Express.
NA7004 seems to fit the bill but I am concerned about the DA quality based on what I read.
Any preferences to match in this set up? Also would you consider any other alternatives to go with the suggested Amp + Speakers combo?
I only want to have DAC or streamers with built in power supply (So Audiolab M-DAC is already ruled out)
AirPlay & FM radio are good to have but SQ is much more important. Not so keen on Internet Radio (There will be a computer always on, so from iTunes either via or Airplay or through Optical there will be a continuous playback, as needed)
it is almost a freeze on the amplifier (Marantz Pearl Lite - been liking this amp especially at the price point) and Speakers (KEF R300).
For the source, I am considering Marantz NA7004 alternatively Rega DAC with Apple Airport Express.
NA7004 seems to fit the bill but I am concerned about the DA quality based on what I read.
Any preferences to match in this set up? Also would you consider any other alternatives to go with the suggested Amp + Speakers combo?
I only want to have DAC or streamers with built in power supply (So Audiolab M-DAC is already ruled out)
AirPlay & FM radio are good to have but SQ is much more important. Not so keen on Internet Radio (There will be a computer always on, so from iTunes either via or Airplay or through Optical there will be a continuous playback, as needed)