A reasonably priced DAC upgrade from Schiit Gumby


Hello everyone. Looking for a reasonably priced DAC upgrade from the schiit Gumby I have now. Which I absolutely love but feel could be a bit more open. Source is Oppo 105. Amplification is Schiit Ragnarok 2. Speakers are Reference 3A de capos. The Schiit Gungnir does NOT have the upgrade.

 

I had the Denafrips Aries 2 and liked it, but it was a bit too, well, digital for me. So I guess I’m looking for a warmer sound. I use CDs maybe 5% of the time and Tidal max for the rest. 

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@gemoody Interesting idea. I'm hesitant insofar as adding another element into the signal path. 

@glennewdick Yes - that's def. an option

This Pontus ll would be worth a try I’d think.  If it doesn’t provide meaningful improvements you can just turn around and sell it for little/no loss.

https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650032569-denafrips-pontus-dac-ii-latest-firmware-free-shipping/

+1 on the multibit upgrade, it was a significant improvement for my system. 

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