Berkely Alpha Dac 1 with Oppo 205?

In general blu ray / DVD are not good as transports.
It’s better to invest in pure cd transport (without build-in DAC) with the Berkely Alpha Dac 1.

The BADA is a very smooth, kind of cool sounding DAC.

I think you'll like it a lot more than the Oppo built-in DACs. Don't go too crazy with cables, but short coax is often preferred, however if you can't hear a diff, use what is most convenient. :)

Best,
E

@erik_squires . Unsure what you mean by cool. My goal for a better DAC is to obtain increased clarity and dynamics. I find a lot of pleasure in the nuance; from orchestral and chamber to jazz and solo instrument. I’m hopeful :)

@ptss

I haven't heard the BADA with a lot of different equipment. The presentation I heard, along with CAT preamp and amp and Magico speakers was glass smooth, but the opposite of warm.

To your own ears be true.

Best,
E

@erik_squires . Smooth sounds attractive as I consider that to be free from distortion or harshness. I think I’d be considered a listener who appreciates ruthlessly revealing due to appreciation of refined nuance. I love the subtle detail of individual instruments in orchestral work as I find genius resides there as much as the grand overall musical pattern. Thanks for your input. Pete