While I have not yet incorporated my Mac into my audio system, I can state that I have heard great improvement with the Camelot Dragon Pro II when it comes to jitter reduction. Some of the notable names, Genesis Lens and Monarchy, work but the Camelot gear was clearly better.
I discovered that with higher quality transports with their supirior powe supplies and build qualityI use a Wadia nowI did not feel the need for additional jitter reduction, though on even some top notch transports, the Camelot Dragon Pro II did add some focus.
I find that the most noticible effect of jitter reduction is improved bass. Inner detail gets better. You begin to hear individual voices and instruments more clearly.
I am interested to incorporate my computer into my system, but after consultations with other audiophiles, I expect that like the rest of any good system, the quality of the sound will depend on the quality of the DAC, cables, power supply and other components. I know you can't cut corners.
I discovered that with higher quality transports with their supirior powe supplies and build qualityI use a Wadia nowI did not feel the need for additional jitter reduction, though on even some top notch transports, the Camelot Dragon Pro II did add some focus.
I find that the most noticible effect of jitter reduction is improved bass. Inner detail gets better. You begin to hear individual voices and instruments more clearly.
I am interested to incorporate my computer into my system, but after consultations with other audiophiles, I expect that like the rest of any good system, the quality of the sound will depend on the quality of the DAC, cables, power supply and other components. I know you can't cut corners.