I was also going to suggest a Lumin U1 Mini plus either something from Denafrips or Soekris. Use a tube buffer or tube preamp if you want to add a little color.
R2R Ladder DACs or All in One Streamer Solutions
I am soon to own a Pass INT 25 integrated amp. I also own an Oppo 205.
I am now searching for a separate DAC to replace/improve the DAC in the Oppo.
Budget $2k. Used preferred.
I like the R2R ladder sound and want a tube inside for a little balance with the Solid State gear.
My current source is the Oppo 205.
I am also shopping for a Streamer/Ripper/Storage device. Roon friendly and DSD capable.
Budget also $2k. Used Preferred.
It seems that the few offerings of these all in one solutions all contain a DAC.
My thought is that the DAC included will not be any better than the Oppo so it is of little use.
Has anyone been down this road lately?
Am I missing something?
Thanks in advance for sharing your experiences!
I am now searching for a separate DAC to replace/improve the DAC in the Oppo.
Budget $2k. Used preferred.
I like the R2R ladder sound and want a tube inside for a little balance with the Solid State gear.
My current source is the Oppo 205.
I am also shopping for a Streamer/Ripper/Storage device. Roon friendly and DSD capable.
Budget also $2k. Used Preferred.
It seems that the few offerings of these all in one solutions all contain a DAC.
My thought is that the DAC included will not be any better than the Oppo so it is of little use.
Has anyone been down this road lately?
Am I missing something?
Thanks in advance for sharing your experiences!
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USBridge and D10s https://darko.audio/2020/06/allos-usbridge-signature-review/ Unless you like spending $$$. |
Another option .. the MHDT Lab Orchid (TDA1541) is seeing a lot of love as of late and seems to be the darling of their line right now. I have the Pagoda (PCM1704) and couldn’t be happier with the sound quality. Have you checked out Sonore's Rendu line? Might be just what you're looking for in a streamer/renderer. |
George- I did not know about tube buffers. I Want the volume control as well. I Will investigate that. Jimmy/Neko- The Aires ll day was on my list. Does the Lumin rip and store as well as stream? Fuzz- I am very open to spending less in these two fast changing arenas. But if the DAC is not better than what the Oppo has it is of no use. I will investigate these options, thanks. Melvin- I will be staying away from the Orchard products until they offer some protection to my other gear. I will look into Sonore and Pagoda-Thanks. |
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