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CD Player - Dgital Out on Onkyo C-7030
SPDIF out ALWAYS bypasses any internal DAC. Do you understand what a DAC is?  
Basic Questions
What six said, start over. Quality stereo starts without an AVR. I have one surround and two stereo systems in the same space. You'll get there.      
Sonic Gains Moving from CA CXC or Audiolab CDT6000 up to Jays audio CD2 MkIII Transport?
There is more there there. I go AES-EBU out of my transport.    
Happy Thanksgiving/ A peaceful holiday and hopeful message.
A wonderful sentiment. Same to ya and years.  
I've been selling heavier gear for lighter gear
SCA 3-3 here and I can't even pick up my BQII anymore. Oh woe is me. You are on the right track.  
Wall socket for Ethernet/ Cable outlet recommendation
Unless you got designer wire in the wall it is inconsequential.  
BTS's Jungkook releases song 'Dreamers' for Qatar World Cup
The "slave labor" cup?  
Types and reason to use of not
Digi cables have nothing to do with shielding. Just 75 ohm coax terminated in RCA or BNC plugs. An analog RCA analog cable will often work but they are not purpose built. Coax and digital cables are NOT the same. Go back to your Lear Jets.  
Types and reason to use of not
No. Yes. No. You have to compare them to hear if one is better.  
Linn Linto Brilliant power supply interchangeable with Linn Karik Brilliant power supply ?
Amen to that.    
Suggestions for Digital and Analog Connections?
USB vs Coax... Depends. Cable sensitive too. You are advised to try whatever you can. Start with cheap cables on both so you can A-B. I did that on one setup and coax wire does way better SQ than Toslink glass. USB about tween.  
Power conditions for Integrated Amps
I traded in my Furman for a PowerPlant. I've NEVER plugged any integrated amps into a conditioner in 50 years.  
Buzzing from speakers on TT rig
It’s a lot easier for you to track down than us. Keep trying, methodically eliminating suspects. Do to the nature of grossly amplifying ultra small signals you should never expect "basically noise free" between program.  
Powered speakers show audiophiles are confused
I see no confusion outside of your post. You buy what you like and so will everyone else.  
Musical Fidelity MX-Stream first listen
Ya got me. I forgot that Pro-Ject bought Musical Fidelity in 2018. No wonder they look the same.