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Music Hall vs. Schiit

I plan to purchase a DAC to pair with a Cambridge Audio CXC transport. Presently I am considering the Schiit Modi 3, Music Hall 15.2 or the Music Hall 25.3 DACs. Since I am looking for a warmer analog sound, I would appreciate your thoughts on these units.
I might add that I currently am running a Audio Research SP16 tube preamp, a Bryston 14B SST power amp & Paradigm Sig 7 speakers.
Thank you so much.
kitjv
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mjcmt
710 posts
 
I wouldn’t overthink it kitjv. The Modi3 gets superb reviews and is only $99. You can’t go wrong. I don’t find it thin or analytical sounding w/ my tube amp, yet plenty resolving.
kitjv OP
69 posts
 
Point well-taken, mjcmt.  Thank you.
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jtcf
1,598 posts
 
You gotta start somewhere.If it doesn't work out it is returnable,plus you'll have gained knowledge of the pros and cons of the unit and make a better informed decision next time.
kitjv OP
69 posts
 
I can't disagree with you. Thanks.
mechans
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If the Schiit  is $99, I would definitely take a shot with it.  I own a  Music Hall MMF-5 table, which I like but also own a Scout which is much much better , but it has as really nice cartridge on it.
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