Audio Alchemy DDP-1... anyone?

Funny, I just posted a request of info on this same DAC over at Audio Asylum and then headed over here to do the same. Glad you got there first. Like you I find this unit really interesting. The idea of combining DAC and analog pre in the same box, if done well, is good idea to me. Let’s hope someone pipes in. There are a couple of reviews and they are good so far. The Wadia unit you have right now is probably very good, I wonder if the AA DDP-1 can best it?

I am also interested in the Audio Alchemy DDP-1 DAC.  Based on my understanding, for maximum performance, I would also have to buy the Audio Alchemy PS-5 upgraded power supply that is available for $595.  I was told that the DDP-1 is completely balanced from the DAC chip to XLR jack including a 4-gang Alps potentiometer (one deck per phase per channel).  The unit runs warm, but not hot.   As noted above, I hope that someone adds their comments to this post.

If you're just listening to CD's, keep the Wadia, it has more going for it. If you can get the AA to demo in your system and you like it better, then fine, if you like it better based on a fair comparison, buy it. Unless you do a direct comparison, I wouldn't even consider it. 

Why not send the Wadia out for the statement upgrade?