Will computer to DAC replace transports and cdp's?

Drubin, You can sure run the latest iPod to a DAC if you want, with similar results. :)

I'd agree that the Computer Audio has a potential and a future, but there are many issues to be addressed first with it, if that "last bit of sonic excellence" is required, and believe me, the "last bit" is a "huge bit". :)

I would prefer to keep all the reasons for my self (for now) because otherwise I'd be providing proprietary information. When the time comes, you will be one of the first to find out what I mean.

Regards,
Alex

Based on Alex's last two posts, it wouldn't surprise me to see a totally re-engineered iPod coming from APL-HiFi in the future - for the low, low, price of $4995 no less.

Just an iPod with a digital output - USB2.0 or Firewire, preferably - would be great. Not if it meant I had to use iTunes, but if it meant I could carry around lossless music and plug it directly into a high-end DAC, it would be great.

Aplhifi, I'm glad to hear that computer audio has a future since virtually ever disc released today is recorded, mixed and/or mastered via a computer based system.

Clio09, well, actually, since I've learned the hard way, I was thinking to just wrap up the iPod with magnetic material and fill it up with Epoxy and some Silicone and offer it at $550. Battery power supply for it is in the works too at additional charge of course. Ultimately, I am also going to remove its video and display capabilities for even more amazing sound.

Wish me luck!

Regards,
Alex