Oppo 105 DAC vs. Bluesound Vault DAC


I am presently running my Bluesound vault into the Oppo 105 via the BS optical out then out of the Oppo through the balanced outputs. I'm wondering if I've got some settings wrong. I'm pretty sure I don't hear much of a difference when I run the analog out from the Bluesound using its DAC straight into a Sherbourn PT-7030 pre amp. Actually I think I hear a difference just not sure I can tell if one sounds better than the other.
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Showing 1 response by erik_squires

In this case "perception is reality" 

That is, your ears are the final judge of what, if anything is better, so if you can't hear a difference, rejoice! :) Use whatever connections you like the most. 

However, I would encourage you to listen to music in your system and then listen to other systems to see if you are missing anything.  Sound stage, do instruments sound real or replayed? Can you tell you are litstening to a stereo? Does the music attack naturally, does it decay naturally.  Do instruments sound real or "hyper" realistic? Listen to buskers on the way to work or school. Pay attention to how the instrument notes hit your ears.  

Best,

Erik