Audio Research Dac 2 Vs the Audio Research Dac 7

Hello,

Thinking about Upgrading to either the AR Dac 2 or the Dac 7.

I live in the sticks and don't have the chance to listen to either so I go by reviews and Input from you good folks .

Please give me your thoughts on either piece and Thanks!

rsa05-28-2019 7:04am

adg101 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,060 posts 05-29-2019 at 04:32am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Owned a CD2 player years ago so I’m guessing the DAC 2 is similar. I imagine between the DAC 2 and 7 there’s a substantial price difference. Curious why these are your only two options? Be good to share your budget as there’s probably a lot of units that are a better buy than ARC. What are you using for a transport or streamer?
roberjerman Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 4,319 posts 05-29-2019 at 10:14am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Save your cash and get a Topping D50 DAC ($350). Compared to the over-priced ARC gear, the French Chef says "No diffawrance!"
dhite71 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 297 posts 03-03-2022 at 06:22am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have a Schiit DAC but all other gear is ARC. I am getting curious if I should try an ARC DAC and feel just as you, OP! I don't mind a bit to buy used at a reasonable price and resell if it doesn't work out. Why are people always so judgmental on here??? You asked for a comparison, not..."should I do this". What did you end up trying and what are you listening to nowadays?