Sat, welcome. I wouldn't be able to analyze your option three since I have no idea what you mean by sound that's "true audiophile" or what "audiophile cables" are. As to the other two options, I'd suggest that you definitely try option one first with the 3900. Whether a particular amplifier would be adequate for your use would depend on the average listening level that you use and the dynamic range of the material that you play. The 3900 is a quite powerful amplifier and it's entirely possible that it would be plenty for you. In any case, there's no good reason to assume that it wouldn't be until you give it a full trial. You'd always retain the option to add a separate amplifier later.
