Newb to DAC question. Benefit of a DAC for only CD listening


I know I'm not completely "new" to DACs as they are in my CD player, but...

If I am not streaming, and not looking to use it for headphone listening......

Would an outboard DAC really upgrade my sound if my CD player is only 2 yrs old NAD 516 BEE??

It has  24/192 Delta Sigma DACs in it.  What would I have to spend to get a significant upgrade in sound, and any suggestions would be appreciated, as I am new to the outboard DAC world

Thank you


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Showing 1 response by 2psyop

Hey J200jr. Keep your NAD516 and get a Bluesound Vault 2. You could rip all your CDs into the Vault via hi-Rez Flac files AND you will have the ability to start streaming music. If you want to try Roon, or Tidal or any new service.... you can explore. Also I think the DACs inside are great and try MQA files too.
If you are dead set on getting a better DAC, look at the Schiit Bifrost Multibit.
One of the cool things about Schiit Audio, is that they offer board upgrades when the technology improves. Offering their customers the chance to upgrade at budget prices. But if you want to try MQA, those guys stated they are not going to offer that technology with Schiit products.