Thanks, I'm looking forward to trying everything out. I don't have a problem purchasing a Denafrips DDC if it comes down to it. I realize this is a hobby, and striving for a great sound.
mbolek, I'm glad to hear you have an A8, and i2S is working well with your Harmony. I'm hoping to find a user with A8 and Pontus to ask what Pontus i2S settings they use? I thought I heard one person say, when configuring, 1x on 4x on?