Thanks to everyone for all of your suggestions! I appreciate the input. An external DAC is the obvious way to go. Seems like the Denafrips Pontus II is the most popular suggestion. kmcong mentioned the PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk1. Thoughts about that DAC vs the Pontus? With the pace of improvements in the last few years, is an older generation of a higher level DAC going to outperform a new generation of a less expensive one? Keep this conversation going, it's been great to see the different points of view.
Streamer/DAC combinations
Looking for opinions on Streamer/DAC combinations. I am currently using a Node as my streamer and DAC. Considering upgrading. The options seem to be endless, so thought I'd solicit some of your opinions. My node is currently running through a McIntosh C42 Preamp into a McIntosh MC352 Power amp. Using Klipsh Forte IV's. The node sounds good, but I think I may be leaving something on the table in SQ. Not wanting to break the bank so to speak. Maybe spend in the $2-3K area for budget. Opinions???
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