PS Audio Perfectwave vs Directstream DAC

I upgraded my PWD II to the DSD, and it really, really was an enormous improvement.  (I used the Bridge II with both.)  I was pretty darn happy with the PWD, but the DSD is in another league.

I've owned both, the PerfectWave is nowhere near the level of performance of the DirectStream. 

Thanks, everyone.  I appreciate the info.

Looks like I need to start saving my pennies.

@audiodwebe

I’ll also add that I liked bth DACs, especially the DS and have owned a couple of them.

If you’re looking for a low cost streaming solution that sounds great you could look at a Bluesound Node 2i paired with a good sounding, low cost DAC like a Denafrips Aes II.

For less than the price of a PerfectWave you’ll have better sound and current tech.

Thanks.

I already have the PW DAC with a Bridge II for streaming and picked up the Node 2i a few months back to stream into a headphone amp.

Cheers,

Mamoru