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Higher End DACs

I am looking for a DAC (potentially streamer&DAC) to be paired in a mcintosh system (c1100/611). Its my first foray into digital streaming and I have no need for a CD player.

I see a lot of love for Esoteric, however, most seems to be around their transports? Are they not as renowned for pure digital streaming and/or standalone DACs? I see DCS (for instance) often referenced for standalone DACs - how does Esoteric compare?
ufguy73
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hilde45
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From what I’ve come to understand, if I was spending a *lot* on a DAC, I’d want it to be FPGA; i.e., re-programmable to keep up with changes. Cf. https://www.psaudio.com/pauls-posts/paradigm-shifts/
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cal3713
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@mikelavigne +1.  Really makes me want to hear the server... 
mikelavigne
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If anyone wants to hear the Extreme server and they happen to be in my neighborhood, east of Seattle, they would be most welcome. It’s awesome. And I have 20tb’s of files, Quboz and Tidal to sample. A bit of vinyl and tape too.

You can click on my moniker to view my system.
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cal3713
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Such a beautiful room (and system) Mike.
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