This is going into my main system. I'm looking for recommendations for everything. I'm planning on just using standard iTunes software with a wireless keyboard and an HDTV as the interface, so now allI need is everything else. In particular, I'd love advice on any of the following:

1) Silent (ish) case & components
2) Soundcard, outboard or internal
3) Any recommendations for a better interface than the itunes route?
4) How fast of a processor are people using for a machine dedicated to music playback?
5) Any rants you have on anything remotely related?

Haven't used vinyl forever. Bat vk5i and Bryston 5b and VonSchw. vr4gII's. No phono preamp. Not intersted in high dollar tables. Was looking at the Pro-Ject Debut III after seeing Michael F's review recently. Or for about the same, Music Hall MMF2.1? Opinions??

And what's a pretty good matching preamp I could use the the BAT? Was thinking about the same? $300 ish?

Alot of choices and no time to even try to track things down to listen.

Thanks for any suggestions!
Chris

Did you all hear about the Sony/BMG CDs that install hidden files on your computer, without telling you that they are there, and of course not mentioning this in the end user license agreement?

I'm not kidding- see:

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second link- full technical information