No contest, Bel Canto DAC 2.0. Can be had for about $900 used if you are patient. Universally well reviewed, excellent selling potential. I sold my DAC 1.0 in one day, priced right and it held its value pretty well while I used it for about 3 years. Another possibility, the Scott Dixon DAC, that goes for about $350 new.....been compared to the DAC 2.0 and to other more pricy offerings. While affordable, it does not have as finished of a look as more expensive products.
Suggestions for the best DAC under 1K
I would like to get some other A'goners opinions on what the best DAC might be for under 1K. It can either new or used. I would be using my CDP (Shanling T-100) as a transport for the time being.
For example the Musical Fidelity A-3.24 retails for over 1k but can be purchased new with discount for under 1k. I also know that Sonic Frontiers has made some good products as has Theta. I am sure that there are many good products available but I have very little experience with any of them except for what I have read in reviews.
I am looking for more detail without harshness and of course lots of musicality approaching vinyl standards. Maybe this is not possible at this price point but I am sure that my fellow A'goners will be able to give me some insight into what is available.
Thanks for your help. Happy Listening!!
For example the Musical Fidelity A-3.24 retails for over 1k but can be purchased new with discount for under 1k. I also know that Sonic Frontiers has made some good products as has Theta. I am sure that there are many good products available but I have very little experience with any of them except for what I have read in reviews.
I am looking for more detail without harshness and of course lots of musicality approaching vinyl standards. Maybe this is not possible at this price point but I am sure that my fellow A'goners will be able to give me some insight into what is available.
Thanks for your help. Happy Listening!!
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