Kasboot: There was information suggesting that the best results are with at least 2m long optical cable. Have you checked this? Other Pioneers are good as well. 626 is a very good unit and you can get it at a very good price. Interesting to note this unit has two digital outs that might allow you to have the DVD and PCM processed separately if you need it...
Bel Canto DAC-1: Transport? Cable?
Why is the Pioneer 525 DVD player regarded as the best transport with the Bel Canto DAC. What about the Sony S7700 DVD player as transport with this DAC? Which one is better? Which cables would be best for the DAC? I am Using an Ultralink Optical cable to feed into the DAC.