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DirecTV HD reciever Digital output

With the addition of Pandora to DirecTV I have been using the analog outs to my pre-amp. I enjoy listening through my system but have been wondering if adding a DAC and using the digital output (receiver has both optical and coax) would provide a better sound. Right now the onboard D/A seem to be a bit thin is sound.So my question is has anyone tried adding a DAC? What were your results and what DAC did you use?

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Theo
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Tubeears, thank you for your response and suggestions. I tried a Arcam rDAC and there wasn't enough difference to warrant the change. I think a tubed DAC may bring results that I may like. However the game has changed a little bit. I bought a Sonos Connect today and won't be using the Sat receiver for Pandora, but I think a look at the Jolida is something I should do when I get ready to buy a DAC for the Sonos.

Thanks Again
Theo
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