@ice812 - Everyone is going to want to know what sort of sound signature you want. Are you looking for hyper clarity? Or something possibly less detailed but some would say more musical in its warmth and flow?
in my own journey, I’ve found I begin with one idea of what I thought I wanted and ended up craving the opposite on occasion…
I can speak to the Gold Note DS-10 which I have in my office system. It’s not the most detailed Dac, but it’s very enjoyable and musical at its price point. It feels like music just flows and sounds very natural.
I’ve heard the Weiss 204 is far more detailed but some might find it bright.
Another Dac you might consider is the Merason family of dacs. Another Dac that is known for its relaxed and refined delivery. I own the Merason Dac1 mkii and really enjoy it.