I've been using an Oppo while I wait forever for my new CDP from a certain manufacturer. I don't recommend the Oppo, at least not the 971 I'm using -- the ergonomics suck and the sound as a transport seems okay at best. I'm tempted to pick up a used Simaudio Equinox, which appears to offer an exceptional user experience. And if you wait a few months, the new PS Audio should be shipping. It looks like it could be a game-changer, but is double your budget.
(I'm trying to figure out how to get sound from a computer-based system that betters a transport. Because of the availability of high-res downloads, it seems the way for audiophiles to go.)
Have you tried any transports into the DAC-in on your Denon? I'm curious how good that unit is as a DAC-only.
(I'm trying to figure out how to get sound from a computer-based system that betters a transport. Because of the availability of high-res downloads, it seems the way for audiophiles to go.)
Have you tried any transports into the DAC-in on your Denon? I'm curious how good that unit is as a DAC-only.