A DAC that can make digital sound analog?

@cal3713
I cannot. it replaced a Sim Audio Moon 300D. Mine performs just as the online reviews indicate. I find it vary musical and not harsh at all. It has more of the analog sound synonymous with R2R dacs.

Thank you for the correction; that's what I meant, but I didn't state it properly.

The Sparkler Audio S503 CD Player is a very good sounding NOS player. Designed by the former engineer of 47 labs. Very natural in presentation with sweet detailed information. No need for a separate transport just a great one box solution. I have had many dacs, some mentioned here. The ANK 2.1b sig I once owned was the best, but your looking at some serious cash and my transport was a highly modified 47 Labs Flaifish. Total cost was north of 6k. The S503 comes close in sound but at about $1700.00 depending on conversion rates, its a best buy for sure.

http://www.sparkler-audio.com/portfolio/S503_en.html
Purchase here: http://charneyaudio.com/sparkler.html 

This morning I read a short overview on the KI Ruby player via HiFi+ Magazine. Excerpt can be found over on dailyaudiophile.com
Happy Listening!

I also find the PS audio directstream dac to laid back. Iv'e switched to a Marantz SA10 and couldn't be more pleased