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Recommendation for DAC needed.

I’m looking to replace my Schiit Gumby DAC.  Price range: $2000-3000.
Right now considering Ayre Codex.
Need it for my CD transport as a well as compacity for hi res streaming.
 I don’t need headphone capability.
Any high quality unit recommendations would be appreciated.
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djones51
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The benchmark DAC 3 B is on my short list but I could use some strictly neutral so it's good to know that about it. 
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twoleftears
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For instance, take a look at this current discussion.

https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/which-dac-benchmark-mytek-audio-mirror-holo-audio-mojo-audio

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rvpiano OP
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Reading the above, I’m now considering an  Auralic demo, the Benchmark or the Chord Qutest.
Anybody have any thoughts on these?
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rvpiano OP
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There’s also the question, will any of the above be significantly better than my Gumby, aside from the fact that they will decode hi res files?
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sbank
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The only thing that I found significantly better than my Gumby is very pricey Aqua Formula. 
Improving what feeds it is often neglected and can make a bigger difference than what you might expect. 
Cheers, 
Spencer 
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