I use an inexpensive Chinese tube DAC and added a pair of 3uf Aura-T Teflon output coupling caps. I thought it was decent before the mod but it's quite a performer now and very revealing of the upstream signal.
My PC PS thread is for you daring DIYers if you really want to improve your computer sound. There are several pictures. Check it out:
https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/computer-ps-upgrade-fuse-iec-teflon-cap
Regarding the OP: I A/B tested the Stealth USB-T vs the SR Galileo LE. The Galileo USB cable projected an exaggerated 3D soundstage. I felt that it was exaggerated because my system is already capable of a 3D stage. The SR cable made it a bit too 3D for my liking. The Stealth USB-T provided much better synergy for my set up. It performs well in all aspects for a "non active" cable. Another issue that I disliked about the SR cable is that it requires a power source for it's active shielding system. It adds to the rats nest behind my rig and those tuning bullets get hot as hell. The SR cable starts at $2k but it can do wonders for a system that lacks in 3D imaging.
My PC PS thread is for you daring DIYers if you really want to improve your computer sound. There are several pictures. Check it out:
https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/computer-ps-upgrade-fuse-iec-teflon-cap
Regarding the OP: I A/B tested the Stealth USB-T vs the SR Galileo LE. The Galileo USB cable projected an exaggerated 3D soundstage. I felt that it was exaggerated because my system is already capable of a 3D stage. The SR cable made it a bit too 3D for my liking. The Stealth USB-T provided much better synergy for my set up. It performs well in all aspects for a "non active" cable. Another issue that I disliked about the SR cable is that it requires a power source for it's active shielding system. It adds to the rats nest behind my rig and those tuning bullets get hot as hell. The SR cable starts at $2k but it can do wonders for a system that lacks in 3D imaging.