DAC at us$1000

Bel Canto Dac 1, plus a replacement power cord (the stock one sucks and is the root of the "lack of dynamics" complaints), I use a Harmonic Tech Pro 11 ($125.00 used) and a good digital cable. The cable is the Mapleshade Double Helix digital IC ($120.00) on the RCA input from a CAL Icon II. One of the most "musically" satisfying combinations that I have heard to date. This includes Theta Miles, Resolution Audio 55 and MSB Link DAC III combos with the optional power supply. I have not listened to the Full Nelson mod on the Link DAC nor have I auditioned the DAC by Muse, but have heard that these units are special.

Oops: Didn't realize that the Muse DAC's started at $2500.00 retail.

Try Assemblage DAC 2.7 with the parts upgrade. It does the job for me.

Musicshop I have the Birdland to I love it but I'm looking for a new digital cable give me a hand and have you tried it direct