2-ch Music Performance: Classe SSP-800/Alpha DAC (Mr. Harley?)

 
Many reviewers and owners have praised the sound quality of the Alpha DAC. Similarly, many people have indicated that the SSP-800 is well suited to serve as a dual role system hub, capable of providing audiophile quality DAC performance (for critical 2-ch music listening), and as possibly the best multi-channel HT processor on the market today.
 
Looking to upgrade my current music/HT sound system, I am torn between the following choices:
 
Option #1
Upgrade my existing Casablanca III to HDMI (use for both, 2-ch music & HT)
 
Option #2
Upgrade my Casablanca III to HDMI (use for HT only)
Purchase an Alpha DAC (use it for 2-ch music)
 
Option #3
Purchase a Class SSP-800 (use for both, 2-ch music & HT)
 
Option #4
Purchase a Class SSP-800 (use for HT only)
Purchase an Alpha DAC (use it for 2-ch music)
 
Option #5
Purchase an Anthem D2v2 (use for HT only)
Purchase an Alpha DAC (use it for 2-ch music)
 
My problem in deciding which option to select, is that I can not obtain any of the identified pieces of equipment for an in-home audition. As such, I am relegated to information that I can obtain from reviews and/or owners. Although I have identified several options, I have two questions that I need help with:
 
Q1.) If considering only it's capability as a 2-ch music DAC, how does the sound quality of the Classe SSP-800 compare with the Berkeley Alpha DAC?
 
Q2.) If you were in my shoes, which option would you choose? and why?
 
Any input you can offer, would be greatly appreciated.
 
 
Thank you,
 
Frank
 
 
Additional Background Information:
 
* Note that none of the preceding points mentioned cost. This is because I have already committed myself to the cost for any of the listed options.
* My speakers are; Revel Salons 2's, Gem 2's, and a Voice 2.
* My current amplifier is an Anthem P5 (which sounds wonderful), but I will eventually be purchasing Bryston 28B's for the main L/R channels (Salons).