I have had a PS Audio DirectStream DAC now for about 18 months and still love the unit. One thing I really like about it is that firmware upgrades improve its performance (in my experience these sorts of upgrades usually only modify the features). It's easy to apply these firmware upgrades, and if you like, can revert back to an older version (which I have never done).
The DirectStream Junior has the same sort of firmware upgrade process, is supposed to sound "85% as good as a DirectStream DAC". I suspect you'll be smitten with its sound as well.
The hard drive on my media server had some corrupted files on it. While it's been back to the factory for a "refresh" I snagged a PS Audio PerfectWave transport, with the I2S (HDMI) cable into the DirectStream DAC, it's the best sounding combination I've ever experienced. Excellent detail!
The DirectStream Junior has the same sort of firmware upgrade process, is supposed to sound "85% as good as a DirectStream DAC". I suspect you'll be smitten with its sound as well.
The hard drive on my media server had some corrupted files on it. While it's been back to the factory for a "refresh" I snagged a PS Audio PerfectWave transport, with the I2S (HDMI) cable into the DirectStream DAC, it's the best sounding combination I've ever experienced. Excellent detail!