this is exactly the premise I’m operating from as well. Aurender gets a lot of praise in no small part bc of their app/interface. I put a premium on sound.
Lumin?
Comparing streamer/DACs between $5-10k
I’m looking for a DAC/Streamer single unit, willing to spend up to $7-8k & not opposed to something like a recent model/demo/open box unit. The only streamer/DAC experience I’ve had so far with my gear connected is with an Aurender A200 on demo from a dealer. Said dealer says it’s the “benchmark” at this general price point. IDK, It sounds great, but what would I likely hear differently with the following units?
-Meitner MA3
-HiFi Rose 150b
-Lumin T3 or P1
-Bricasti
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What is the rest of your gear? What other DACs you have heard that you like? Do you have a software preference? The items you have listed are good but I would never put Meitner and Lumin in the same system. They sound VERY different. Need to know the rest of your gear or this could be a very wrong suggestion. |
@rkfaberdds Just be aware that those brands you listed are sold through dealers with their markups. Cary is direct to consumer, and you can audition in your room for 30 days. I would suggest watching hifishark. Several available of those you mentioned. |
what @overthemoon said |
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