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Recommendation for Dac for streamer
The sound that I like is precise, but not analytical.   I want it to be musical, if that makes sense. I grew up with records and tubes, and I loved that sound.  That sound is probably driven more by the rest of the system (equipment, cables, room,... 
PS Audio Direct Stream P12 Regenerator versus Puritan PSM156 Master Purifier
In my response to twoleftears, want to reiterate that I don't know if the Bel Canto triggered a breaker/safety circuit in the PS Audio resulting in overload.  The problem could have been for any number of reasons unrelated to the PS Audio.  I'm no... 
PS Audio Direct Stream P12 Regenerator versus Puritan PSM156 Master Purifier
That  seems to be why someone suggested the Puritan. 
Chicago-area dealer recommendation
Albert at Precision Audio and Video.  He works hard to make it right for you and make sure you're happy and satisfied. 
unman M-900u for Focal Sopras 2 and 3
Which amp are you using, PS Audio?? 
unman M-900u for Focal Sopras 2 and 3
No, unfortunately. 
Amp and Processor
HT 
Best Tubes on Market today?
I am at the low end of sophistication in this, but my tube needs are limited.  Does anyone have recommendations for the two tubes that go into the PS Audio BHK Pre-Amp and BHK 300 Watt Monoblocks? 
WireWorld Platinum Starlight 7 HDMI Cable
The 1/2 meter is currently unavailable from WireWorld.  Thanks for you input. 
CD Transports
I talked to PS Audio about the I2S connector, and was told it a type of HDMI cable that comes with the Player. 
CD Transports
I'lm looking at the reasonably priced Bel Canto CD3t, and comparing it to the PS Audio Direct Stream Memory Player.  The DAC is PS Audio. 
Digital Sources
Both would be new, and reasonably priced.  My question is because a transport just spins the discs, whether I would be justified in spending 4 to 5 times the amount of it would cost to buy the Bel Canto transport to buy a well received and respect... 
Best CDs
In response to the questions above:1.  The sound in bright and shrill.2.  The equipment is brand new.  I am upgrading from a Denon 7200 and Oppo 105D.3.  The CDs sounded worse on the old system.4.  Room: 15' wide X 25' long; rectangular, because i... 
Best CDs
If OPO is not the way to go, is there a CD/DAC combo that would be better for the system that I have?