I have an Accuphase DP-75 and am VERY impressed with the almost analog sound! It can also be used as a DAC for other sources AND has a remote volume control! I guess it's been replaced with the DP-75V which can decode the newer formats and has up-sampling...but it is pricy! If you're not interested in the "NEW FORMAT" hype and B.S. I would HIGHLY recommend hunting for a used DP-75
DAC vs. Single Unit Player
I've got an Acurus ACD 11, the transport everyone seems to be impressed with. I'm considering replacing it or adding a DAC and recommendations are welcome and appreciated. The rest of the system includes a Classe CAP-100, Spica TC-60's, and Synergistic cables (speaker and interconnect). FYI, I listen to a lot of analog on my Planar 25 and Magnum Dynalab FT-101A. My musical tastes include everything under the sun. Let me know what you think. Thanks.