What is the best digital source

[brit]

Not too sure what the best digital source is as I haven't tried all permutations - there are just too many combinations of NAS, Server, cable connection, combinations to try! This Forum details so very many ways of presenting digital music to the D range, so all I can say is that whatever you use that gives the sound you like, and presents your music in a satisfying way, is probably the best for you! I do however admire those that are happy to play/experiment with their systems to try and drag the best (however you define best) out of it.

I, myself, am happy with the sound I am achieving from my W4S Server via USB into my D400 and Wilson-Benesch ACT1s (waiting for SAM here!). This is not to say that I would be happier with another source - life's too short to worry about playing with too many combinations  - my main priority is the music and not over analysing the "hi fi"! I will probably continue to experiment with different USB cables and amplifier digital inter-link cables (currently trying the Transparent Audio XL which is proving extremely good), but don't see changing much else at present.


David