Deutsch definitely preferred the MSB to the Bel Canto, but his reference system probably needed more sparkle from the front end than mine does. I've owned the unit for about 6 months, but haven't the had the opportunity to really compare it other gear as of yet. All-in-all, I like the DAC1, but do admit to missing the extra (perhaps artificial) warmth of my old Cal Audio Alpha D/A. I will definitely get the power supply upgrade, and see if the unit's sonic character changes significantly.
