I am using a Musica Pristina A Capella server connected via I2S HDMI to my Denafrips Terminator dac. It is a superb combination and considerably superior to the PS Audio DS dac that I had previously. My server has a 1 TB ssd storing my music. I have not gotten on the streamer bandwagon.
Does the 'Buck' Start with the DAC?
Some members have expressed that the server / streaming front end is less important than the DAC.
I subscribe to the position that "Everything Matters"
As I consider front end choices, I'm trying to gauge if I should be leaning more heavily on a DAC versus a SOURCE (server / streamer).
Feedback and perspective from both camps, or any others, will be helpful. Thank you.
Please Note: I'm not looking for validation of the position that "only the bits" matter... I accept that some believe this wholeheartedly... and that's okay by me.
I subscribe to the position that "Everything Matters"
As I consider front end choices, I'm trying to gauge if I should be leaning more heavily on a DAC versus a SOURCE (server / streamer).
Feedback and perspective from both camps, or any others, will be helpful. Thank you.
Please Note: I'm not looking for validation of the position that "only the bits" matter... I accept that some believe this wholeheartedly... and that's okay by me.