oversampling vs. non-oversampling - what's the dif


Been lurking for awhile trying to figure out the best path for an outboard DAC unit. Units I've looked into thus far include the Benchmark DAC1, Bel Canto e.One Dac3, PS Audio Digital Link III, and the Altmann Attraction. However, one question lingers in my mind...

what is the sonic difference between oversampling vs non-oversampling?

Equipment:
-Manley Stingray (integrated amp)
-ProAc Response 1sc
-Nordost Blue Heaven cables
-Isotek GII Mini Sub (power conditioner)
-Denon DVD-757
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Thanks for the feedback. Muralman, I think what you said was kind of what I was looking for - given equal footing, what are the typical differences between OS and NOS (and Up Sampling for that matter). In my mind I liken it to upconverting a 16 bit jpeg image to a 24 bit jpeg - errors become multiplied during the process of introducing 'assumed' data that was never there to begin with.

Gmood, I think you are right, I'm just going to have to dive in and try a few. Any recommendations for a NOS that can handle not just redbook but also hi res (SACD, DVD-A) formats?

Grazi.