If you want to "lighten" the sound of your system without ruining it, you may want to try some "revealing" cables. If you do not have a good local dealer to work with, try the Cable Co, as you should "try before you buy" and they usually can recommend something that will work with your gear. For Dacs, I have tried a stock MSB Link I at home and also owned a Cal Sigma. I would vote for the Cal Sigma. I did not consider the Cal to be as mellow as some do (neutral would be my opinion of it). However, I did think the MSB was lean sounding.
MSB Link DAC III vs. CAL Sigma
I'm seeking opinions on which DAC would best suit my system, the CAL Sigma with a Telefunken 12AX7 tube installed or a stock (unmodified) MSB Link DAC III. My system currently consists of an Audible Illusions Modulus 3 preamp, Golden Tube SE-100 power amp, Pioneer Elite PD-54 stable platter CD player that I'll be using for the transport, and a pair of Acoustat Spectra 11 hybrid electrostatic speakers. I'd have to say that presently, the one biggest problem with my system is that it tends to sound a bit dark. So, how about it? Which DAC would you recommend to put a little more life into my system? Thanks in advance for any recommendations.
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