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pc to dac?

Ok I have been to a couple stores and talked to some people they seem to push me to what they have not what is the best. I want to start using a PC or Mac for a source to a DAC. Right now I use a cary 303/300 which I like but can I get the same or better sound out of a dac and pc? What is the best set up. I would like to stay under 5k for the dac 3k would be better but tell me what I need to spend. I guess if I get a DAC also I could dump the cary 303 for just a cheaper transport, correct?

My system is
Vandersteen 5a
Aseticx clyspo tube pre amp
quicksilver v4 tube monoblocks amps
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Shooting for "the best" out of the gate guarantees mostly only that you will spend a lot of money right away and likely spend even more later to actually get it right.

You don't have to spend a fortune to get excellent results, but there is a lot than can go right or wrong.

The music server rig on my system cost me ~ $1400 to put in, including laptop computer, network player, DAC, and cables, and I think it can at least compete in the same league as the best I have heard, kinda like the Tampa Bay Rays did last year.
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