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Best used DAC under $750.

I am currently using the DAC section of my Mac 2500. Would like to have a separate. Also would like xlr outs. Not looking to buy new or spend more than $500-$750. I appreciate your recommendations from your experience. I have owned several separates in the past. Antelope Gold, Wadia 121, AMR 777, April Music ??
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kingbarbuda
515 posts
 
Actually that is $699. Sorry for the typo. 
bstatmeister
537 posts
 
Topping D50. Measures better than just about anything else. If you want transparency, look no further.
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saleh84
42 posts
 
Denafrips Ares II
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flashhog
8 posts
 
A used Benchmark DAC1 HDR would fit in the ~$600 budget and has XLR out. I've had mine for about 10 years, use it as a DAC and preamp and have no complaints.
gadios
94 posts
 
Three Things to look for:
1. Not over 5 years old
2. A Ladder DAC
3. Tubes
4. Volume control 

Smart to go budget now as these are improving quite quickly.

Keep us posted please. Hurray for #4.
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