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Mac Mini vs. another Mac for music server
Howard,IMHO, I don't think a Macbook will be any better than a Mini. I don't have any personal experience with a Macbook, but I'm currently running a Mini via Toslink to my DAC. Both the Mini and a Macbook are limited to their internal audio cards... 
NAS Storage
I just finished setting up my computer audio system based on months of research. I highly recommend computeraudiophile.com as a reference.I went with a Mac Mini as my front-end, and i-Tunes as my playback software. All my music is stored in AIFF o... 
Is there any mini-jack converter for the Mac Mini
I also forgot to mention that there are devices on the market that will convert the USB output from your Mini to an RCA type connection. Trends Audio and Bel Canto both make this type of converter. 
Is there any mini-jack converter for the Mac Mini
I have a Mac Mini also. . .Assuming your DAC has an optical input, there's a mini-Toslink to Toslink adapater made by Audioquest and available from Music Direct for about $5. You would then use a standard Toslink cable. Or, you could go with a sin... 
Any comments on the PS Audio DL111 with Stage IV mods?
Any updates to this thread? I'm considering a level 4 mod myself. Everything I've read seems positive and I spoke with Rick Cullen directly yesterday. He sincerely believes in his product and doesn't think you can do better unless you spend a lot ... 
PC Based Audio - How?
Sorry, typo. That's:computeraudiophile.com 
PC Based Audio - How?
Check out this site. . .answers to almost any question you might have:www.computeraduiophile.com 
My head hurts....
I'm in the same boat. . .I've made the decision to build a computer based system feeding an external DAC. 
Digital Purchase Advice . . .DAC or New Player
Thanks for all the responses.Jhold and Bob_reynolds (the president of my company is Bob Reynolds!!!). . .I considered the Benchmark but the modded DLIII seems like it provides better performance (albeit at a higher price).Elevick. . .I agree that ...