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DACs with High Voltage Output

I am interested in upgrading my DAC. However, the integrated I run and like a lot, the 845 based Bel Canto SETi 40, needs a high voltage output to sound its best (at least 4 v rms). I have been working on finding DACs that fit that parameter. I'd love to get some input from the Audiogon community. Additionally it needs to have a USB input. 
abdodson
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cal3713
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I'll give you a negative recommendation... don't do a PS audio Directstream DAC.  It has a lower than average output voltage.  
erik_squires
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Mytek Brooklyn, approximately 9V maximum output. :)


https://www.stereophile.com/content/mytek-hifi-brooklyn-da-processor%C2%96headphone-amplifier-measur...
Also, it sounds great. :)

Best,
Erik
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kr4
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Benchmark DAC3
david_ten
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From the PDF Manual for the SETi 40:

"Input level for 37 watts output • 1.5 V rms"

Many DACs will be in the 2 - 3 Vrms range...for the SE analog outputs. 

"Peak power output • >70 watts"  Perhaps @almarg can provide the maximum Vrms needed for peak output, should it be a factor.

Also, is this amp related or / and/or speaker related? You haven't listed your speaker.
gs5556
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A 37 watt output at 8 ohms is a rail voltage of 17.2 volts RMS. The peak power is based on the RMS voltage x 1.414, which is 24.3 volts. Power is therefore 24.3 squared divided by 8, or 74 watts.

That’s why the spec says "> 70 watts". The 1.5 Vrms will give peak power.
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