MCH,

I do not have this combo, but your question struck a chord with me because a similar thing has been on my mind.

A couple of weeks ago I purchased a Marantz CC-4300 CD changer. I don't know what DACs Marantz uses but many consider their players to be very good sounding at their price point.

I've been experimenting a bit; I have the 4300s analog outputs connected to the 1050s 5.1 direct inputs, as well as the coaxial digital. In doing A/B listening tests, I've found that the 1050s DAC sounds better to me. The sound just seems fuller and punchier.

I know this doesn't answer your question specifically, but I guess my point is that the 1050s DACs seem to be pretty darn good.

Anyone else have any similar experiences?