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Simple question, best sounding inexpensive DAC.

I have a second system with a CD changer and would like to pick up an inexpensive DAC that would sound better than the DAC in this Denon changer.

If it helps, I listen to Jazz and female vocals. Using a Magnum Dynalab receiver with Quad bookshelf speakers..all Wireworld cables.

Happy Thanksgiving...j
whatjd
jl35
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I like my old Onkyo changer with a Parasound Zdac...
mesch
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Not sure what your idea of inexpensive is, but a truly inexpensive option would be a Music Fidelity V-DAC (original Black case version). The USB input is not asynchronous, however the coax input would serve you provided your Denon has coax output. Can be had for under $100 used.
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rja
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WhatJD,
Stating your price range may help zero in recommendations unless of course you want to go for the dcs Elgar. ;^)
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swampwalker
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HRT MusicStreamer 2+ and Micromega MyDac are 2 good choices.
celtic66
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Micromega MyDac is cheap and very good.
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