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Will a new Dac improve the sound?

I have an older CD player( Cary CDP1) . It sounds good ,but would a new or used Dac in the line improve the sound? Looking at Dacs in the $600 - $1200 range. I know the other equipment would also matter in the outcome, but as a general question......do you think this would be an upgrade to the sound? Or should i go another route?

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soix
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+2 on the MHDT DAC recommendations.  BTW, what cables/interconnects are you using?

soix
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i guess i'm wondering what would be a good fit to bring out the best sound possible with a digital source.

Holy crap!  You’ve now been asked twice what would represent “improvements” to you.  Better soundstage, more detail, etc.  What are u looking for???  Without this info this post is near useless and will just give u individual opinions that may or may not coincide with yours.  If you can’t elucidate what specifically you’re looking to improve, this post is near useless. 

soix
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Totally depends on what kind improvements you’re looking for. 

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