Cause of different sound between dacs

Just reading about the Esoteric K 03.
How does the output differ from the Alpha dac, for example.
What exactly is responsible for any sound difference assuming the balance of the systems identical?
Still confused by digital.

ptss08-30-2013 4:11pm

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grannyring Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,535 posts 08-31-2013 at 12:09pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Power supply is a huge factor. Also the output caps used are very, very important. Great active tube preamp is the best option IMHO with any DAC.
zd542 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,339 posts 08-31-2013 at 02:32pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete "I was hoping for a simpler answer and a simple way f of making sensible choices." Listen to them both and pick the one that sounds the best.
mapman Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 22,472 posts 08-31-2013 at 03:10pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete That's too simple.
zd542 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,339 posts 08-31-2013 at 05:42pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete "08-31-13: Mapman That's too simple." I know, but it works.
charles1dad Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 10,250 posts 08-31-2013 at 08:43pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Grannyring(Bill), Yes! The power supply and the quality and implementation of the analog output section are huge factors in determining the sound you'll hear. Bill I seconded the high quality active line stage suggestion and I know you've tried direct DAC options, welcome back. Charles,

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