How more on you getting for 2500 that you can't get for half that say an RME ADI2
and then how much better is that over a Denefrips Ares or Topping D90? Is it worth going to higher priced units?
Best DAC for around $2,500 or less
What are your opinions on the best DAC for under $2,500? Looking at the Schiit Yggy or many of recommend Denafrips so looking at their Pontus. Any thoughts on how these two compare? It might be misguided by I tend to think your getting a little more for your money with a direct to consumer company like Schiit and I know they are highly regarded for their DACS. Anything else to look at in this price range?
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i would consider, in no particular order:
You also need to ask "do i want a network connected DAC or is USB/SPDIF sufficient?". I strongly urge getting a network connected DAC. It;’s at least as good sounding and seriously flexible/convenient. Some reasons it is technically (sonically) superior too. |
I have had Oppo 105 and Oppo 205 used as DACs. Also Had Wyred DAC2 v2. Better than all of those is the Matrix Audio X-Sabre https://matrix-digi.com/en/products/318.html They are good enough for a friend's TAD References. Although an apples vs oranges comparison they are a better product than my magicos. |
Here are my comments from my listening experiences - don't take them personally please I build a R2R DAC but way out of your price range. From what has been mentioned above - I was not impressed at all with the following: Wyred Schitt Benchmark Mytek Lampy AMber Bel Canto In your price range: Ayre Codex - heard this at Audio Connections - very nice sounding Audio Mirror - see SnoPro comments regarding his comparison of the Denafrips - I trust his ears personally - I think there are upgrades offered for this unit I would also look into the Electrocompinient (spelling) - I heard this over the weekend and it was way musical and open with excellent sound stage dimension - so musical you could listen all day long to any type of music. Also, just because a DAC has R2R does not mean anything unless the design is good. The DAC we offer has an R2R discrete but it also has a 30 pound power supply, uses V-Capacitors, AC filter chokes, copper plates, etc. I have also built the same design using the Sanbre 32 bit. Both sound excellent - we prefer the R2R for overall musicality. You can by R2R DACs form China that would not sound anywhere in the same league. No offense please.- your experiences may be much different that what my ears heard. Happy Listening |
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