DAC UPGRADE QUESTION

I currently have the following system:

1. Martin Logan 11A impressions hybrid-subwoofer with electrostatic panels.

2. Conrad Johnson Classic 62 power amp-60 watts per channel (not the SE )

3. Chord Qtest DAC

4. Lumin U2 mini streamer

Adding the Lumin and streaming with Qobuz has improved the sound immensely from my Cary CD player being used as a transport and the Qtest DAC.

The Qtest Dac was around $2000.00.

Looking for upgrade suggestions as thinking I can improve my sound further with a better sounding DAC.

Thank you.

kjl106507-13-2023 12:42pm

kjl1065 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 54 posts 07-13-2023 at 11:48pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete A few responders asked what specific improvements I would be looking for. Each time I have upgraded my system I noticed more clarity, detail and transparency. Wishing to obtain opinions from this site as to what DAC in my $3000.00 budget would give me more of the objectives I am seeking. It is impossible for me to hear it all. In fact it is possible to hear only a few DACS. Hoping to reduce the upgrading and arrive at purchasing a product that I can say, this is great. At least until the next upgrade itch occurs. Thank you.
kjl1065 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 54 posts 07-13-2023 at 07:58pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete My budget is $3000.00.
kjl1065 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 54 posts 07-14-2023 at 12:10am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I was asked if I was happy with the CJ amp. The CJ amp was an upgrade from a Rogue Audio 100 watt per channel tube amp. The CJ amp is better to my ears, but I have been advised that a high current solid state amp would be better sounding due to the impedance dips. that as well. I thought about the PASS Amps but the heat they generate as well as very high electric bills are daunting to me. If I am incorrect, about my assertions would be happy would be happy to listen. be corrected. Thanks.