New CDP or standalone DAC...?


Current source is the Oppo 103, bought three years ago. Would greatly appreciate any and all comments on buying a better-sounding CDP, or buying a better-sounding DAC and using the 103 as a transport.
Thanks in advance!

Tom
tomcarr
Not sure what your budget is, but when I was in your situation I was advised to get a DAC. For the money you will spend on a CDP, you can use it to get a better DAC than what you could get onboard.

So get a decent  DAC and use the Oppo as a transport. 
By all accounts your Oppo is very good. So what are you looking for and can you describe the rest if your gear?
Thanks guys. System is: dedicated room, dedicated line, acoustic treatment, Krell s300i, Anticables, Vandersteen 2Cs.

Tom
PS-
What I'm looking for is...a little more air, bloom, texture, delicacy, realistic timbre and tone, imaging, soundstage dimensions, etc. Typical audiophile wish-list, LOL!

Tom