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American made USB DAC's

I am going to build a music server using a Mac Mini and I'd like to know about some of the American made USB DAC's out there. I'd like to stay around $1000 or so, new or used. Any thoughts? The rest of my system consists of a pair of Magnepan 3.6R's, Modwright KWA150 amp and Modwright LS 36.5 preamp.
zippyy
sidssp
1,077 posts
 
Benchmark DAC-1 USB. That is what I use with my Mac Mini and IMHO, I think it is the best in its class. It has a very powerful output stage with volume control. If you don't have analog source, it can be used as a preamp as well.
reubent
6,986 posts
 
UltraFi and Wavelength are two world-class builders of ultra-high end audio and both are right here in Cincinnati. Both are leaders in the field of high-end USB DACs. Some models will now be less than $1000 used, but they are much more new.

Enjoy,

TIC
ckorody
643 posts
 
At a bit lower price point is Scott Nixon - one of the first to build a USB DAC. He has a new line out.
spiritualized
138 posts
 
I own the Wavelength Brick, and find it to be superb. You can pick a used one up for about $1000.00. Well worth it.
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