Berkeley Alpha Dac Series II, anyone heard it?

Hi Richard_stacy, you say "I perceive the differences to be more subtle than his rave report suggests" but you then say "It's absolutely better and it is audible at first listen". I am confused between more subtle and absolutely better. Kindly explain. Thank you.

Richard_stacy, thanks for clarifying this. Your explanation gives me a much clearer picture of your observations.