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A DAC that ought to be better known: RME

I just bought a RME ADI-2 DAC on the recommendation of some technological minded audiophiles on another site and am delighted with the sound quality and price point. It isn’t especially user friendly and the multi page user manual is complicated. Plus the DAC has equalization and a great headphone amp, all in a small package. I always thought the Exogal was a great performer but the RME strikes me as superior, especially considering the significantly lower price. I listen to a lot of chamber music and it conveys the timbre of the string instruments exceptionally well. Plus, for the first time in a long while I can actually read the screen and see what’s happening. If anyone out there is looking for a DAC this is worth at least investigating. 
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mofojo
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I see another on from Small Green Computer that is about half the price of the Teddy and the Sbooster. Anyone know anything about this guy? 
I would feel better about ordering within the US than something out of Israel just from a shipping and returns standpoint. Also emailed Teddy with some questions and no response. That being said if it’s better I may consider. 
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rtorchia OP
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Teddy Pardo responded to me quickly. I have heard that Small Green Computer is a good, innovative company but have no personal experience. 
mofojo
2,289 posts
 
I contacted small green computer and they responded in minutes. Reccomended the 25w variable V power supply. 
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oddiofyl
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Let us know how it works.  
adg101
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When I ordered my Teddy Pardo it took 2-3 weeks at best to make it to my doorsteps. When I first emailed them inquiring on their product I had a response the next morning, which being across the globe and different time zones I felt response was quick enough. Emailed a couple times before making an order online and they always responded timely. Very respectful company that made their name with Naim users. Well made and nice case... not Jeff Rowland but not cheap either.
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