Guy, great story. Unlike you, I just when right to the top and bought the Terminator blindly. I read a bunch of reviews on the Ares which got me thinking but the hardware design is what sold me. No wires and the use of high end components. If this DAC was made in Europe or in the US. The labor cost alone would probably have doubled the price.
The performance is excellent. No digital glare, it was like a veil was lifted. The speed, dynamics is excellent. Instrument separation is very good, very musical and natural. I agree with you, I'm also happy I found Denafrips. I plan to keep this one for a very long time.
The performance is excellent. No digital glare, it was like a veil was lifted. The speed, dynamics is excellent. Instrument separation is very good, very musical and natural. I agree with you, I'm also happy I found Denafrips. I plan to keep this one for a very long time.