Perfect Wave DAC MKII or Metrum octave with audiophilleo 2?

[rbmyers]

I currently have a Metrum Octave with an audiophilleo-2 feeding USB to it (USB is my primary source). I've been getting the upgrade bug recently and have been looking at the PWD MKII, which apparently doesn't need a USB->SPDIF converter. Financially, this would be a pretty substantial increase, but would I really get that much more out of it? Has anyone compared the two? Thanks

[LewinskiH01]

Sorry can't comment on your specific question, but want to offer an idea: one other option is to get a PurePower for your Audiophilleo. Many people have reported very significant improvements in sound from doing so. Also a lot less expensive than the PWD upgrade.

 

I have an Octave as well and considering an AP+PP as my next step.

 

Let us know what you decide and how it works out. And good luck!

[rbmyers]

I already have an AQVOX power supply hooked up the the AP-2, although I have heard some good things about the PP. Not sure how that would compare to the PWD though. Anyone else?