My 8950 replaced my MA6600--->D100 combo.
The DA2 in the 8950 is a significant step up from the D100.
McIntosh does offer the DA2 in a stand alone component; MDA200.* As with the 8950, the MDA200 can be updated to when/if McIntosh elects to offer an upgrade (DA3 ?). However, as I am an ole...