Ozzy,
I have had a PS Audio DirectStream DAC since they first came on the market and have enjoyed each and every one of the firmware updates.
Before the DirectStream transport came out, I had the PWT and it was "the cat's meow" playing "regular" CDs.
In June I replaced the PWT with the new DirectStream transport. I did have an issue "pairing" it with the DAC, as my DAC was an early model and had a defective "digital board", which apparently advertises it's serial number and pairs with the "digital board" in the transport...so the transport can output pure DSD out the I2S interface, pure DSD into the DAC...IMO, the best digital I've ever heard!
I have roughly 50 or so SACDs and the sound of DSD is definitely something to enjoy.
But I must say, "regular" CDs sound significantly better as well.
I am really happy with my PS Audio products. The few times I've needed to contact support, they have been awesome! I believe you will be impressed if you buy the transport!
I have had a PS Audio DirectStream DAC since they first came on the market and have enjoyed each and every one of the firmware updates.
Before the DirectStream transport came out, I had the PWT and it was "the cat's meow" playing "regular" CDs.
In June I replaced the PWT with the new DirectStream transport. I did have an issue "pairing" it with the DAC, as my DAC was an early model and had a defective "digital board", which apparently advertises it's serial number and pairs with the "digital board" in the transport...so the transport can output pure DSD out the I2S interface, pure DSD into the DAC...IMO, the best digital I've ever heard!
I have roughly 50 or so SACDs and the sound of DSD is definitely something to enjoy.
But I must say, "regular" CDs sound significantly better as well.
I am really happy with my PS Audio products. The few times I've needed to contact support, they have been awesome! I believe you will be impressed if you buy the transport!