PS Audio DirectStream DAC measurements by ASR


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Yes, I read the whole thread there, and it doesn't look good.  I recently bought the Stellar Gain Cell DAC/pre-amp, and I'm now wondering if it measures similarly.  My greatest concern is the observation of a lack of bass performance and impact, as well as the test result of poor SINAD. 
@elberoth2
Thanks for the link to the review.  Ugghh.  Looks like I made a bad choice in buying the Stellar Gain Cell DAC/pre-amp.  Interestingly, when using the DAC function, it sounds pretty good on quiet and simple music, but when the music gets more complex and louder, something just doesn't sound right. Hard to describe it.
I like the functionality of it, in that it is also a pre-amp and has home theater bypass, since it is part of a family room system that is used for both music and movies.  I wonder if there is some similar product that actually has good performance.