Upgrading digital/streaming

[bruno2009]

So - let‘s say I were to upgrade my streaming section. Where would I start? I currently use and Auralic Aries LE (with the SBooster power supply) via USB into the integrated DAC of my McIntosh C52.

Where is the bigger room for improvement... the Streamer/Server/Bridge or the DAC?

I‘ve sort of made a small pre-selection of brands that have found my interest - without really having compared any yet - would be interested in any experience.

For now I might look into Auralic, Lumin, Linn and Aurender Products.

Any suggestions?