Bricasti M1 vs new M3

The Bricasti M1 is a dual mono DAC in the analog section. The M3 is a smaller box and has just 2 power supplies (one for digital and one for both analog channels). 

I believe the Bricasti M1 DAC is going to sound better than the M3. The M3 offers an incredible array of performance in a more affordable price class. 

I suggest you consider upgrading your M1 to the Bricasti M1SE upgrade. 

I own the Bricasti M21 DAC and like it very much.

The Bricasti web site says:

“The Special Edition Bricasti M1 builds on the success of the Classic M1 and adds some of the improvements offered in the new flagship Limited Edition Gold M1. Presented in the classic anodized black and aluminum finish, the M1 Special Edition incorporates Stillpoints feet that are engineered and optimized exclusively for the design. The added stability improves isolation from vibration which translates to a more transparent sonic presentation. Point-to-point wiring, a labor intensive process, improves signal flow by eliminating various connectors which can degrade a signals performance. Finally, the next generation power improvements have been incorporated in this edition to further improve filtering of unwanted noise and power ripple”. 

I previously owned the Bricasti M1 DAC and upgraded it to the M1SE version. The SE version substantially upgraded the sound quality of the M1 DAC.

Thanks @hgeifman I have a friend that has the M1SE and within a few weeks will bring it over to compare.

How did it turn out? And does anyone know what the price of the upgrade is? 

@draaglah, I think the cost to upgrade the Bricasti M1 DAC to the Bricasti M1SE DAC is $1,000.   Please call Bricasti or your Bricasti retailer and ask.

@rsf507,  I am also interested in hearing what you decided.  Did you purchase the Bricasti M1SE DAC?  Please keep us posted.  Thank.