Musical Fidelity A1008cd or Wyred + Apollo

I would go with a stand-alone player over a transport/DAC combo. I owned to DAC-2 from W4S, but was sending it hi-res files.

Thank you Audiofrak32. I just had it shipped. I think less muss and fuss is better for me. I can always order a DAC in a couple years when the current models are almost obsolete (or at the rate everything digital is moving at least vastly improved upon). I guess my new M/F A1008 will almost be obsolete too with all the music servers etc. and cd's going the way of the dodo.
I just think about all the deals on cd's that'll be coming. Cheap music........... yeah.

I think you are better off with just the player itself, rather than a transport, through a cable, into a DAC and out. I am sure there are transport/DAC combos that would be very good, but there is something to be said for less "pieces" of gear and less IC and power cables needed.

I buy used CDs on Amazon, rip them in and re-sell. Or borrow CDs from the library or friends as well.