I have found this to be a very interesting DAC. Well under $1500. Haven't noticed any warts or problems. Very clean, detailed, spacious soundstage and stable imaging. It preforms like a really good DAC should. I really like that particular chipset and DAC processor.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/251473429943?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
http://www.ebay.com/itm/251473429943?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT