Who is using their DAC as a preamp?

Well then, I too, emcdade, need to apologize as well, if in fact, this unit, as the one George found on Audiomart, is similar to the one you have. This " exact " Maestro model is not the one listed on their web site, so, a lot of confusion here. The piece looks very nice. Enjoy ! MrD.

The fact you are arguing with me about it is absolutely hilarious, and frankly speaks volumes.

I don’t post here often as you do, but going forward I’ll know whose posts to take with a giant grain of salt.

Another case of Mr. forum poster knowing all without seeing or hearing the product.  

And yes, that is the preamp I have.

The one for sale on there is a dealer demo from Audio Archon, one of their dealers.

No idea what you mean by “already??”

I used my Bricasti M1 DAC as a volume control so no need for me to add a preamplifier. My amps are the Bricasti M28's and the sound is stunning. However if someone felt that their solid state amp was a little to harsh they might want to mellow it out with a preamplifier.