For the AES connection from my Streamer/DDC to the Devialet Master, I just upgraded from an Audioquest Carbon to an Audioquest Diamond (with the new design DBS pack). The Carbon was good. The Diamond is better all around. Comparing the two, tone and character are similar. The differences are the Diamond has a clearer mid-range with a denser sound with more body, texture and details in the sound stage.
I'm happy!
I'm happy!
Devialet 1000 Pro CI - AQ Diamond AES RCA-XLR Link
PC - ifi iDefender+ - FIBBR Alpha Optical USB + "Studer 900" LPS - Singxer SU-6 - AQ Diamond AES
PSB Imagine T3 - AQ William Tell Zero / Tornado / DBS Level-X - PliXir Balanced AC