Playback Designs MPD-3

Ghasley, how does the sound of the MPD-3 differ from dCS gear which converts the data to 5 bit 2.8MHz or 3.07MHz rather than the 1bit 6.1MHz rate of the PD gear?

I much preferred the ARC DAC 8 in native resolution to an expensive dCS stack but haven't heard the MPD-3.

Thanks for your input Ghasley. Your reaction to the dCS gear you heard was very similar to mine when I auditioned it in my own system: very good but too analytical overall.

In retrospect, I did hear the PD MPD-3 or at least something close at T.H.E. Show in Newport earlier this year but did not pay much attention to it. Now I wish I had. Your previous experience with some excellent DACs and your preference for the MPD-3 is certainly a resounding endorsement. I will try to arrange an audition.