After a few hours of listening, the best listening experience, at least for me, seems to be running balance with the DAC (which by the way I love), at full volume. This produces the most lively soundstage for my ears. This set-up may make poor quality recordings sound worse, but if things are right, I really don't think it could sound any better. As long as I'm not hurting anything and W4S gives its blessing, I think I'll stick with the most common term used in these forums and Enjoy the Music"
Thanks again to all for your detailed help and advice.