Use of Denafrips Iris 12th DDC with computer

@mesch 

I found this video by Paul McGowan of PS Audio.

https://duckduckgo.com/?q=Paul+McGowan+talked+about+the+digital+signal+in+recent+Copper+Magazine+and+the+early+Genesis+Digital+Lens%2C&atb=v342-1&iax=videos&ia=videos&iai=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DMaYz9hwXWXo

trivema gave me the idea to look up what Paul said and I found this.

I have a Windows 10 desktop (6 feet away) connected by USB to a Denafrips Gaia DDC connected to a Denefrips Terminator DAC.  I use the computer so can see the streaming company's song information on my 60 in. TV.  The 2-channel and Home Theatre systems are in the same room.

I enjoy the convenience of this setup more than I would with a dedicated streamer.  I have not found any indication that a streamer would better my current audio quality without spending above 10K.  If there were any dedicated unit that would give me the same visual enjoyment and convenience that I have now and improve the excellent sound I currently have, I would be interested.
 

@deep_333 +1. 

This was the central point behind my earlier message, but it was not described as succinctly as you.

I have spoken to 2 individuals who tried moderately expensive name-brand streamers to replace a music and TV room set of operation similar to what I have.  Both told me that if there was any difference in sound quality it was too small for the expense and loss of all the convenience with my current operation. 

@sns 

"Using general purpose computers for critical listening in high end audio systems totally defeats the purpose of having a high end system."

I totally disagree with this statement.  IMO, that is like saying using CDs, not vinyl,  for critical listening in high-end audio systems totally defeats the purpose of having a high end system.