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Upgrading to a stand alone DAC

I have the upgrade bug..lol.  I am considering purchasing a stand alone DAC as 60% of my listening is thru my CD player (NAD C568).  This was purchased new 3 years ago for $799.00.  My budget would be $1500.  Rest of system is the Marantz Ruby KI integrated amp and the Reference 3A de capo speakers.  Would I hear a significant difference at this price point?

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I've have the Topping D90 AKM which is about 5 yr old technology.  I have never felt like this is the component I should upgrade.  Bass, detail, quiet, neutral are what I like.  The display appears to be going bad so I have been looking around. 

Denafrips is not with Vinshine anymore.  I see lots of the brand for sale.  Maybe they just sell more.  I have not tried an R2R DAC so I don't have an opinion. 

Laiv is one I see lots of buzz about.  Positive reviews.  No used yet.

Audio GD was highly regarded but now don't hear anything.

Bel Canto, Border Patrol, Benchmark, Audio Mirror, Audio Research are all established brands with varied sound and design.  Depending on your taste.

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