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A DAC that can make digital sound analog?

Hi All,

I have a ModWright Oppo 105D. It’s excellent....but it sure don’t sound like vinyl or tape.

What DACs have you heard that really work like magic on digital audio files? 

I am interested in DACs that kill that digital glare/blare, that gives you that sense of ‘blackness’ or ‘darkness’ to the audio soundscape, really letting you hear into the mix...ya know that layering, space and depth that is very evident on tape.

Very curious to hear your thoughts.

Thanks!
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madsno
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My Ethosz Audio tube DAC with Philips TDA 1541A chip does that.

I have my Oppo and iPad plugged in to it, and it sounds great :-)


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2psyop
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All DAC’s convert a digital signal to analog. That’s how we hear it. But I understand the question. Also, we are led to believe ALL analog sources sound great. I mean does everyone own a Well Tempered or VPI turntable and great phono preamp? Does everyone have a great cartridge and tonearm? Just as there exists WIDE differences in the quality of sound coming from a DACs it is also the same for analog devices. 
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brettmcee OP
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How many of you are familiar with the ModWright Oppo 105D?

Which of these excellent suggestions is going to best the ModWright Oppo?

All in all the Oppo with upgrades runs about $4,000.
vinci92
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I own the Lumin D1 and X1 streamers with DAC. Both produce the ultimate analog sound, especially with tube amps.

Increase the analog texture with an optical network bridge (duplex optic cord - I hate metal digital cables)
soix
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With Oppo effectively out of business, will ModWright fix your $4000+ modded Oppo if you have a problem in the future?  Not the way I'd go for that amount of money with so many other excellent DACs out there these days. 
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