musician aquarius r2r dac any good?

@dubz thanks for the infor! how do you describe the sound of the Pegasus?

The Pegasus has a nice wide sound stage and is also deeper in sound stage than the Cutest. The base is effortless, fast, and tight although I do have four subwoofers.

The midrange is very well balanced and smooth. The top end has great sparkle and good detail but yet doesn't cause fatigue. It's very well balanced and musical. A really enjoyable DAC. I use i2s input and the balanced xlr outputs to my preamp. 

I have no regret buying it and I'm sure I'll enjoy it for a few years at which time I'll see what has emerged onto the market and look at what is available at that time for an upgrade. 

I am very nervous though. This is the first time I use r2r dac. I always use delta sigma DAC in my system, so I dont know what change I will introduce to my overall synergy.

I wouldn’t worry.  I think you’re in for a real treat. 

@viethluu with R2R DACs, you will enjoy music more and not worry so much about the source. Seem like you are set on Aquarius, it is an excellent R2R to start with for sure. Do give Lab12 DAC1, Rockna Wavelight, and Aqua La Scala a listen too if you are able too. Speaking of La Scala, you could actually get one now quite below the RRP, ask your dealer about it. 

@viethluu I totally understand what you are saying. I want vertical movements must as much as you.

I think I need to be really clear about my point. I haven’t heard the Denafrips Venus II, but from my internet research and my resulting supposition, the Pontus II + Hermes via I²S is the same price as a Venus II, but I propose that it is really a better sounding setup. There many user experiences described out there on the internet. I feel that my experience transcends those described by Venus II users. Therefore, consider the Pontus II + Hermes via I²S. I don’t see anyone else talking about this particular value play, which sits at the same price as a Venus II.

Gustard has just released a new R2R dac the R26. No reviews out yet but their chip based dac all get high marks from owners. It also is loaded with other features than can be of interest. I am waiting for someone to post a review and listening experience. The cost is $1800.