Meitner versus Playback designs

I have both a MPS5 and an XDS1.

They are quite similar.

The MPS5 sacrifices a bit of detail in the low end for a slightly more pronounced mid-bass reproduction which I quite like while the XDS-1 feels more detailed and neutral. I prefer the XDS1's sound but the MPS5 with the USB-X is a very good combination for my computer audio system.

I could upgrade the XDS1 to v2 spec but that only adds DSD1x compatibility IIRC while the MPS5 handles DSD2x

You might check out the Bricati M1 as well. A little less money and perhaps a lot more music.