The biggest problem with separate dac/trans is the interconnection. Unless you have BNC or better I2Bus, it will transfer in the lowly SPIDF.
By getting a player you eliminate the SPIDF a digital interconnect, a power cord, a shelf, iso devices...
Players such as the Raysoinc 168 als bring a fantastic variable balanced tube output. Meaning you can forgo a preamp. I sold my $3K pre after breakin and comparison.
MSRP for 168 is only $2549
By getting a player you eliminate the SPIDF a digital interconnect, a power cord, a shelf, iso devices...
Players such as the Raysoinc 168 als bring a fantastic variable balanced tube output. Meaning you can forgo a preamp. I sold my $3K pre after breakin and comparison.
MSRP for 168 is only $2549