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DAC Dilemma
What your seeking from your system is likely what we're all seeking. Sounds like you've already made up your mind DirectStream is not and won't be future solution (even with factory upgrades) for you. In this case, you'll get a multitude of advice... 
who makes your fav cable loom in 2021?
Not sure I believe cables on ever evolving sound improvement continuum. Only material improvements in metallurgy and dialectics, or construction design would account for sound quality improvements. I'm aware of graphene which some claim to result ... 
DAC Dilemma
If you were open to other options on dac. Look at Holo May, likely best value high end dac with sound signature you're looking for. 
DAC Dilemma
 I'd only say modern dacs are generally higher resolution than older. Higher resolving powers is the general movement, more analog, natural flavor is the other, this not universal. My choice would go with most modern dac one can afford. Within con... 
Bricasti M1 - M5 - M12: Network Player - My REVIEW w/OEM Response Brian Zolner @ Bricasti
I'd like to see quality dac/streamer/Roon endpoint combo in a single unit with optical input. 
Review: Holo May (L2) DAC and the Musetec Audio (LKS Audio) MH-DA005 DAC Compaired
And so, what would music we call classical today become? Are you saying it will cease to exist, or that popular forms will go under classical label. We already have 'classic' rock, but I assume everyone knows that different from classical. Certain... 
Possibly Dumb Question re:Battery as a power supply
TeddyPardo has good rep. Clearaudio 12v ps only supplies 1.4amps, pretty minimal, that's crazy price for 12v 1.4a lps.  
Review: Holo May (L2) DAC and the Musetec Audio (LKS Audio) MH-DA005 DAC Compaired
@melm   I always listen to many different genre of music during listening sessions, sometimes get lost in these sessions listening to the more highly processed recordings. Over time I may feel dissatisfaction with sound quality, begin to emotional... 
'' Okay let me ask my digital question in another way ''........
Likely no one out there to directly answer your question. In the end, likely you're going to have to purchase Mutec to find out. If you end up trying a clock, I for one would appreciate giving us your results as it adds to knowledge base. Based on... 
LED dimmable lights in audio room?
Sometimes I listen in total darkness, have black out shades on windows. Other times I use various LED light shows (consumer editions of professional light show equipment) in concert with blacked out room, I also have turntable led light, none have... 
'' Okay let me ask my digital question in another way ''........
Mutec you're looking at has OXCO clock, oven controlled oscillator, this is superior to TXCO in my switch, My dac runs OXCO clock for usb input. Widely varied opinions on clocks leads me to suspect there can be possible overuse of clocks in indivi... 
'' Okay let me ask my digital question in another way ''........
I recently purchased audiophile network switch with TXCO clock, rest of streaming and network optimized prior to the switch purchase. Extremely disappointed with switch in system, yes, there was lower noise floor. The one great defect of the switc... 
LED dimmable lights in audio room?
I've used leds with both dimmers and sound activation. None of the buzzing, humming I get with dimmers and incandescent bulbs. There will be rfi emanating from transformer/power supply, move it away from sensitive audio equipment. I often take mea... 
Review: Holo May (L2) DAC and the Musetec Audio (LKS Audio) MH-DA005 DAC Compaired
I've been using 005 for some time now, dbb description spot on. I would characterize 005 as exciting listen, micro dynamic capabilities amazing in my setup, attack and decay in equal proportion. Bass response reaches deep and remains controlled, h... 
Free Shipping - Be Careful!
Yes, USPS major problems at Allen Park Michigan facility last winter, many news stories of trucks filled with mail sitting for 24 hours and more waiting to be unloaded. Sorting machines being removed from various USPS facilities have been responsi...