I'm very pleased indeed with my Denafrips Pontus Gen 15, if that's any help. I posted a review of it in this forum on 11/13 which you may find useful. It plays extremely well indeed with my Shanling ET3 CD transport, and I expect your Jay's Audio transport will be a significant step up from the Shanling. However, this newest iteration of the Pontus plays more like the previous Venus DAC, emphasizing clarity and detail. It doesn't lack for musical appeal, but earlier versions of the Pontus were, by all accounts, quite a bit warmer sounding, if a bit less refined.
Looking for a DAC to pair w/ Jay's transport mk2
I've been posting some general questions on several threads recently. I've received lots of good opinions and advice. I have a concluded that my DAC needs a boost to catch up with my system.I have an Aesthetix, Mimas integrated amp with their $1,200 DAC board.I'd to warm things up and might even consider a tube DAC. Budget $2-3K. I'm fine with used gear.
The Denafrips Pontus 15 has my attention...