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PS Audio DL 3 or MF Tri Vista 21 DAC?

Your thoughts on which is better? I was debating getting a new cdp, but from the advice of other audiogon members, and thinking it over, I think it is a better idea to get a good DAC to use with my current cdp, and wait until I figure out exactly how I want to implement a hard drive based system.

So, from what I have read these are 2 very good DACs, but which is a better buy? What are the strenghts/weaknesses of each. The MFTV21 listed for $2400 and Im hoping to pick it up here on Audigon for around $1100. The PSADL3 lists for $999 and I could get it for around $750 here. What about the level 3 or level 4 Cullen circuits modded DL3 at around $1500 new?

Should they both retain their value pretty well?

Thanks,
James

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In case it matters, I am using a MAC 6450 Integrated amp, and Gallo Ref. 3.1 speakers. Transparent Cables. The cdp is an Onkyo dvd player.
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brouch
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I vote for the PS Audio. For the price this is a very good DAC. Many review have been done as well on the Digital Link lll. Absolute Sound did a review March 2007 as Positive Feedback did one in Jan2007. Check their web sites for the reviews. I also think 6 moons did a review on a modded one.
I feel this is one of the better DAC for the price. Again you could spend more and not gain much. And yes, a good cable makes a big difference IMHO.
I have not listened to the MFTV21.
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