Why do I prefer R2R over Chip based DAC's?
I have had a couple of mid to low priced DAC's. Schiit Modi, Schiit multibit in a card. Topping E30. all inexpensive I know. Am I not spending enough money? I have heard a Schiit Bifrost, I did like it. I am currently using a Topping Octo with the Schiit Midgard for headphones. This has been my best combination to date for a all in under $1000 us. The Octo has good instrument separation and the soundstage is expansive. The Octo does not have that harsh semblance I can not stand. What would be my next upgrade?
I've had a few R2R DACs Schitt and Denafrips and a few Delta Sigma W4S and Lampizator. I found the R2R vs Delta Sigma was less important than cost for sound quality. I preferred the more expensive W4s to the Schitt and the more expensive Lampizator GG to the Denafrips Terminator Plus. For a DAC under $ 1000 the power supply and clock are likely to matter more than the conversion process. Garbage in is garbage out. I also agree with @pennfootball71, try the Lampizator. |
