Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD


Hi All.

Putting together a reference level system.
My Source is predominantly standard 16/44 played from a MacMini using iTunes and Amarra. Some of my music is purchased from iTunes and the rest is ripped from standard CD's.
For my tastes in music, my high def catalogues are still limited; so Redbook 16/44 will be my primary source for quite some time.

I'm not spending DCS or MSB money. But $15-20k retail is not out of the question.

Upsampling vs non-upsampling?
USB input vs SPDIF?

All opinions welcome.

And I know I need to hear them, but getting these ultra $$$ DAC's into your house for an audition ain't easy.

Looking for musical, emotional, engaging, accurate , with great dimension. Not looking for analytical and sterile.
mattnshilp
How long will the WireWorld cables take to break in? One supposes there will be a review in about 12 months. ;-)
I find the sound without any connection whatsoever to house AC is quite extraordinary. No AC power, no power cords, no transformers. Live and let die. :-)
Keith, retail pricing of HFC Pro series is found at:

http://www.highfidelitycables.com/products/power/pro.html

G.
"I searched for The Ultimate Tweak in archives but didn't find it. Can you provide a link?"

http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?ddgtl&1398132150&openflup&2627&4#2627