I have done a lot of comparisons via audioclubs and my own pocket ,around
$12 k on digital is close to my limit with cables
if that does not get it done then there is something wrong elsewhere
imo the Denafrips Terminator+ is the best dac I have ever heard up to $12k
in my system , it’s very good on every level .
my brothers $35k DCS Rosinni is much better still maybe 5-7% better ,
once you get to a higher level then it cost $$ for a few % here or there.