Hi, I'm using a pioneer DVL-700 (DVD/LD) player as a transport. I have always found Pioneer makes some great transports if you isolate the vibration (a common theme here, huh?). I'm also using the Audioquest sorbothane Big Feet. These are the older "pucks" (not the half-spheres). Under those, I'm using Mod Squad tip toes. The weight at the top is provided by some power supplies connected to some Audio Alchemy gear. I find this arrangement works great to isolate vibration (and noise) from the transport, especially with laser discs. I also think AA gear is great. I have heard the D.I.B. and it is a great DAC for the $. I have heard better though but that was the great thing about the Alchemy approach - modular for easy upgrading. If you're happy with the D.I.B. and your current transport, you may want to look at getting hold of a DTI+ or 2.0 (newer version). The reduction of jitter will really improve your overall stage and detail. You can get these thing used now for <$130.00 on this site and eBay (I'm not talking the DTI-PRO 32 now). Happy listening!
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DAC-in-the-BOX This little sucker packs a serious punch. I just picked one up for $49 from northern audio exchange. I can't believe this itty bitty thing can sound so good. I just bought it to try it out and to hold me over until I get a bel canto dac 1. It blows away the $1300 wadia 12. Man that thing is bright and harsh. I enjoy the DITB more than my theta probasic 2 ($2000). Although the theta was a little more powerful and the imaging was more defined it was to bright and not as smooth or natural as the Dac-in-the-box sounds. I know these other DACs are a little older but I would never have guessed they could be beat out by a $300 DAC that is a tenth the size and weight.The DITB is a must for an average dvd player upgrade. I hear the music and look at the audio alchemy and can't believe it's pumping out this much great sound. It's almost funny seeing this dinky dac hooked up with all my highend gear. It's also kinda funny thinking my digital wire costs more than my DAC did new. I can't wait to try the bel canto. system:Thiel, classe, MIT, pioneer DVD player, passive preamp. Ps does anybody know northern audio exchanges user ID? I want to leave feedback but can't find it. And hopefully they will leave me some too.