Moon vs Electrocompaniet

Sam: What benefits does the BC 1.1 offer over the 1.0 and does Bel Canto still offer the upgrade? This might be another option for 84Audio. I, as you know use the BC Dac 1, but have not looked into the upgrade as of yet.

Thanks for your concern Sam. I also like the Bel Canto DAC-1 but think these other players might give me more information. I know the BC is a giant killer and that this $1300 product sound better than a lot of $4k and $5k products. Unfortunately, I think the best $4k-$5k audio products sound better than the best $1300 products. In any case, I am gathering input and information about the Moon and Electrocompaniet and will not buy if one does not sound a lot better than the Bel Canto. I would appreciate any feedback about both players. Thanks

I used to own a Bel Canto DAC1 and a Pioneer DVD player as transport as recommended by Bel Canto a year ago.I guess I can say I was in your shoes a year ago. I have the EMC1 and Linn Ikemi as my top choices then.After reading a lot about both players (search audio asylum)I ended up buying the EMC 1. I can say now that I made the right decision as the EMC1 is the best player I've ever owned.Sorry no experience with the Moon player.The rest of my gears are all Krell and NBS Monitor series cabling.