How about to look Wyred 4 Sound Dac 2-se , it seems really good
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Hey Audiogon,
This is my first post here. I've been doing quite a bit of research and am looking for a DAC for my system.
My laptop will be the source. I already have an Audio Research pre-amp that I find to be the best for my listening preferences. So, I really don't need the DAC to do anything besides convert... no pre-amp or headphone amp needed.
I would like the most neutral DAC possible, and am tempted to check out the Benchmark DAC1 USB or DAC2. I also like the Bel Canto DAC2 for its simplicity. I will probably be looking on the used market at anything under $1000. Of course, the greater the value, the better.
Overall, I am looking for the most neutral DAC possible because I believe that my pre-amp, amp and speakers should be the components coloring the music. I see people mentioning that the benchmarks are too "harsh" or "revealing" but I think that may be cleared up by the pre-amp. We won't know until its in the system, but I want to make an educated purchase.
Any input is greatly appreciated. Thank you
This is my first post here. I've been doing quite a bit of research and am looking for a DAC for my system.
My laptop will be the source. I already have an Audio Research pre-amp that I find to be the best for my listening preferences. So, I really don't need the DAC to do anything besides convert... no pre-amp or headphone amp needed.
I would like the most neutral DAC possible, and am tempted to check out the Benchmark DAC1 USB or DAC2. I also like the Bel Canto DAC2 for its simplicity. I will probably be looking on the used market at anything under $1000. Of course, the greater the value, the better.
Overall, I am looking for the most neutral DAC possible because I believe that my pre-amp, amp and speakers should be the components coloring the music. I see people mentioning that the benchmarks are too "harsh" or "revealing" but I think that may be cleared up by the pre-amp. We won't know until its in the system, but I want to make an educated purchase.
Any input is greatly appreciated. Thank you
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I'd stay clear of BelCanto. I have a pair of BC amps and have had problems with them. Called Bel Canto and left three VM's and sent numerous emails to arrange a fix - no response. Went back to the dealer where I got them and the dealer dropped the BC line for ther same reason: they build but they don't support. |
@labtec Would you say when it comes to the pitfalls of computer audio a DAC like the one I have which is the Denafrips Ares which has the famous https://www.audiophonics.fr/en/diy-interfaces/amanero-combo-384-digital-interface-usb-384khz-to-i2s-... "Amanero USB Module, with DENAFRIPS redesigned and optimized circuitry, allow the Ares to be used as high-end DAC with computers / streamers. It supports 24bit/384kHz PCM data stream, and DSD64, DSD128, DSD256 decoding via asynchronous USB input. NOTE" would it really make a difference in the quality of the signal if I purchase a Regen or iFi USB 3.0 ? I have a Razer Blade i7 7700 HQ CPU which is connected via USB to the DAC. Thanks. |
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