Any better DAC then dCS Scarlatti?

I did hear the Scarlatti and prefer the APL by wide margin.

Has anyone heard the Stahltek Vekian as proposed in the opening of this thread?

Murataltuev,
I agree with you. I set my dCS Puccini and U-clock output at 6V as I use it with the digital volume control directly to the power amps. The 2V setting is more for use with an analogue pre-amp. Never been happier. I will try not to listen to the Scarlatti to find out what I am missing with my Puccini as the Scart is way, way above my affordability index. Lucky you!

RTN1 - Appreciate the line of reasoning from a fellow Avalon owner. Only real concern I've got with the TIME is whether they will be too much speaker for my smallish listening room (13 x 13 x 9)....but increasingly leaning in this direction.

Wflm,

Do you think your room can support the two 11" drivers in the Time? I would consider getting something to determine what your room modes are. I bought the XTZ Room Analyzer software and the exercise has been very instructive and constructive. I decided to purchase some room acoustics, in moderation and in acceptable fabrics, to deal with my room. I would say it has been the best <$300 I've spent in this hobby, notwithstanding all the great deals I've managed to scoop up on my system itself. You'd also be able to measure the response of your speakers in your room and, if your dealer offers in-home audition, measure the Times.