Solo streamer

The Innuos Pulse series is a good fit, strictly streamers. I have had both Aurender and Innuos units and feel that the Innuos software is significantly better than Aurender’s. Sound from both are on par. Get the best one in that line that fits your budget.    

@rvpiano I had a Benchmark LA4 preamp. It is well regarded and delivers great sound. I really liked it, but felt there might be more to discover. Only suggesting that it would be worth trying something outside that brand. It is a bit on the cool, analytical side, which I honestly like, but I am happier since moving on to a different sound. 

Ah, that would do it. 

Noting that you had a Gungnir in the past, I recently upgraded to a Merason from my Gungnir, it has been a positive experience. Also noting the comment upgrading digital cable, I just replaced my Transparent USB with a WireWorld Platinum, a very significant upgrade. I owned a Benchmark preamp, and liked it, but it might be worth sampling another DAC vendor. 

The set is sounding so good this morning I can’t imagine how a cable is going to make it sound better.

As I commented earlier I replaced mine a few weeks ago and I am still marveling at the improvement. I hope that you have a similar experience. 

Re-suggesting the Wireworld Platinum USB. OCC silver and a unique design. Several options out there in the used world.