The newer connections USB and HDMI n particular may or may not be needed. I was using a DAC from the mid 90's myself until just this past Summer. I paid $250 for it. ($1000 list). To find something really better cost me $7000. So sure there are better DACs... They also cost a lot more. Spending $500, $800 for a new DAC today probably is not going to do a lot for you... Except add a USB port. Lateral move...
On the other hand, I am certain the Yggdrasil ($2300) is pretty good too. And if I had not wanted to splurge on the Marantz SA-10, I would have bought a Yeggy. And I should have considered the PS Audio.. but my dealer carried the Marantz..
On the other hand, I am certain the Yggdrasil ($2300) is pretty good too. And if I had not wanted to splurge on the Marantz SA-10, I would have bought a Yeggy. And I should have considered the PS Audio.. but my dealer carried the Marantz..

