Worth doing upgrades to my W4S DAC-1?


My understanding is that as far as sound quality, the only distinguishing factor between a DAC-1 and DAC-2 is better capacitors. W4S will upgrade my DAC-1 to the same capacitors are in the DAC-2. I was also thinking that if it's going into the shop, I could do the Femto clock upgrade. All this is $300. I really like my DAC-1 and admittedly I have virtually no experience with standalone dacs. I think my system is fairly resolving- is this a decent "investment" and I use the word investment loosely as I don't think any audio gear really is an investment. I bought my DAC-1 second hand and really don't have a ton in it already.

I would love to hear from anyone who might have done dither or both updates.
128x128zavato
Zavato you did well.

And yes, W4S folks are absolutely top notch.

Sound and build quality, durability, fast service, resale value, professional attitude - all A+++.
Yes.

Owned a WFS DAC and wasn't overly impressed.

Compared it to an upgraded one - much better.

Thanks
Bill
Anyone notice that the Femto clock upgrade alone now is $275? When I sent my Dac1 in, the clock upgrade was $150 and the capacitor upgrade was $150, for a $300 total plus shipping. Holy cow, glad I got in under the wire.
Just upgraded my Dac1, well worth the money. You have to remember that this is a factory upgrade, not a half ass third party upgrade!
I have a DAC-2 DSD and it is outstanding.

If you can get the caps and clock mods for $300 I would go for it in a heartbeat.
Just one person's opinion: upgrades don't really hold their value in the used market. If that's a consideration, and you're looking for a better DAC, selling the DAC-1 and buying something better may make more sense.
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