Why a separate DAC?


Hello, I have a 3 yr old Yamaha CD player with Burr Brown DAC chip. What are the advantages of having a separate DAC? What would you recommend to compliment and upgrade this for under $1,500? Thank you.

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I am streaming TIDAL hard wired CAD6 from my modem in my family room to my Apple TV in the living room and have the Apple TV hardwired to my ARCAM AVR550.  I just found out I have not been even hearing 16 bit quality sound.  ARCAM makes a streamer that sells for $250.  Wonder if this can really play 16 bit and 24 bit.

I agree with the person who said he streams TIDAL.  Can't understand why anyone would spend the money on CD's anymore.  TIDAL is really so convenient.