I’ve had good luck with my Project Pre Box S2 although I am trying out the NAD C658 for the added benefit of BluOS streamer/ Dirac room correction and Phono input.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Good Entry-Level DAC
Musical Paradise MP-D2 Mk III Deluxe at top of your budget range at $999 with free shipping. I've owned multiple versions and now the Mk III Deluxe. Has the tubes you enjoyed and sounds superb. https://www.musicalparadise.ca/store/index.php?route=product/product&path=61&product_id=97 |
RME ADI-2 fs DAC. Music I thought I knew well, I’m hearing information I have never heard before. New can be had for $1099. The RME is hands down better than my Cambridge 851C which is a respectable deck, so it should be just as noticeable on your NAD if the rest of your system is up to it. The DAC input on my Cambridge is much better than using my Bluesound Vault 2 direct. When I purchased the RME, I was hoping it would surpass my Cambridge but I wasn’t expecting it to pounce on it... it’s not even close. |