One more strong recommendation for the upgrade. Low level detail has increased noticeably, the periphery of the sound stage has become more 'filled in', overall more presence for instruments and voices. Also, the entire presentation has become more open and spacious. A major improvement across the board.
Meitner i upgrades
New i upgrades are available for Meitner DACs. It’s an extensive upgrade requiring a trip back to the factory in Calgary, Ontario and dealers are facilitating the process. I should be getting a return authorization number soon to send in my MA3. Cost for the MA3 upgrade is $3500. I believe it will be a noticeable improvement for a not outrageous cost (by hi-end audio standards). Details are on the Meitner website.