Any better DAC then dCS Scarlatti?

I have not had the chance to spend any time with the Playback Designs DAC, but I strongly prefer my EMM Labs DAC2 to the dCS gear.

I don't see anything wrong with a manufacturer suggesting that someone read a review comparing his product to the one the OP inquired about. Coming on here and badmouthing someone else's product is something else.

Playback makes great products and I think we are lucky to have someone from their company here to contribute. Lets not give them a reason to not be a part of this forum.

agree the company post was Ok.... the poster did mention he was manufacturer related, and just mentioned review, along with no badmouthing any other product. perfect gentleman.
(I wish I COULD worry about which uber-$$$$ DAC I wanted..) Boo Hooo...

A question I can relate to...

I am currently assessing whether any of the ensuing will make a compelling, non trivial, semi-rational upgrade to my current dCS Delius

1. dCS Scarlatti
2. Esoteric D03 or D01
3. EMM Labs XDS1
4. Playback Designs MPS-5
5. Stahltek Vivian
6. Boulder 1021 inclusive new Ethernet connectivity...

or whether we're into the realm of infinitesimal gains....