Theta Cassablanca 3 setup related question and request for input


I am contemplating buying a CB3 HD with 4k, and 2 premium DACs. But it doesn’t have DIRAC like in CB4.
Currently have a Krell Foundation that can be set up using ARES. So, I am hesitant to buy something without room correction software.
Being a new potential user of Theta, I am looking for some input from veteran CB users.

Will I be able to set up CB3 manually that will sound as good or at least close to as good that is set up using DIRAC? Or is it going to be quite a big difference in SQ due to not using DIRAC?
Is there any option to use external Room Correction equipment paired with CB3? Like - can I use  MiniDSP DDRC-88A Dirac Live processor by setting it up in between my Source Oppo and Theta CB3 to accomplish what comes as integral part of CB4? This is possibly $1000 investment.
I will use 5.2 set up with two Rythmik Subs and Revel Speakers.

Will appreciate any help!
gbabu5y

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@gbabu5y:BTW, I will give you a good price on my CB3, if you want it.  It has the video board, which is pretty cool, to monitor your settings on your video screen.
@gbabu5y:  How does your Theta sound?  I loved mine for video.  It’s very versatile, with all of the different types of crossovers and their adjustable settings.  You can go direct with LP pass or many other choices, as I’m sure you found out.  It took me a while to learn the remote.  Mine has a video board I connect to a small screen, by my listening chair.