In the current lockdown, I like many others have struggled to maintain my enthusiasm for my system.
More than happy with the analog side after a few tweaks , but my Chord Qutest while a very nice DAC - just can't help feeling I'm missing something! (Besides golf and fishing!) ?
So after a brief investigation and talking with someone in the audio industry - it seems there are certainly better DACs out there than the Qutest.
So I would appreciate input from more knowledgeable/ enlightened people on a good update path and brands / models to consider.
Know @MattyW likes R2R and Phillips chips plus a few Holo fans out there.
Valves in the DAC stage are certainly welcome.
Budget is yet to be decided but most likely sub 5k.
Anyway please let me know your thoughts.