I want to thank everyone for their suggestions.
As I am hoping to put some coin back in my pockets for perhaps another upgrade down the road, I think I will look at something in the used market first. I had been a little suspecious of the ARC ss, but since I have never heard one, I think this should be my starting point.
Taking a fast look at what is currently around something like this can be picked up so I can spend some time with it to make a determination on further direction (if any).
Will let you know...
Thanx again