PS Audio Direct Stream Mk2 DAC - How good is it vs Mk1? Weiss, Bricasti?

carousel- thanks for your thoughts. Perhaps a coin toss between  the two.  I had listened to the M3 and was impressed, but preferred my original mk1 PS DS. Also, I would never use a DAC without a preamp as past listening has taught me.

Thanks to all who commented. I have ordered the mk2, so I am shutting down this thread 

@meiatflask I was one of the "early adopters" of the MK1 DAC, enjoyed that very much.  When PS Audio offered that great trade in on the MK2, I "took the plunge" and immediately out of the box enjoyed more detail, better soundstage and better "tonality" (especially with acoustic instruments).  It only took a few days before I boxed up the MK1 and headed to the UPS Store!  I'm sure you'll enjoy the upgrade!

Never seen a thread on here just shut down. Likely five years from now people will be responding and giving advice… maybe even longer.

Ejr1953- thanks.

Adg101- well, I can’t “shut it down”, but I will stop following it and responding.