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Upgrade Denafrips Terminator 2

Hi Guys,

I started my "DAC Journey" around 3 years ago. Over the time I had an Rasperry Pi 3b with integreated DAC, a Bluesound Node, then a Denafrips Pontus 2 and now a Denafrips Terminator 2. 

I am pretty happy with the T2, but I am looking for the secret Gamechanger in the DAC category.

Sure, the T2 is a great DAC, but there is for todays standard better stuff out there, even for a bit less money I guess.

My next DAC should sound a bit more holographic, more revealing with that warm sound signature. I think the R2R technology is the way to go, but I am open for everything. What I probably love the most about the T2 is that Bass slam. So I am looking forward for that kind of sound.

I read a lot about the very hyped up Holo Audio May. Also other brands like Lampizator, Rockna and LAIV are a names that can not be ignored.

 

I am a used buyer, so everything up to 5.5k for a used price is okay for me. I just need some suggestions or experiences from you guys.

Maybe someone has an cheaper option as an secret advice from a small company.

Looking forward hearing from you.

braun-hifi
braun-hifi OP
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@silverfoxvtx1800 I will get in contat with him, thank you. It seems like the DAC 07 is a real sleeper. Exactly what I was looking for. The Wadia is still a great DAC, even if its old. Just watch Mikeys Video on YouTube about DACs. He says, that even old DACs are still great. And he is completely right. Why should a great DAC not be great in the future?

Same goes with other HiFi Gear. New is not directly better. This is just what the brands or the magazines try to tell you. Thats how business works.

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curiousjim
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calvinandhobbes,

I’m using Amazon cat 8 cables that run to and from A Netgear powerline adapter to my streamer.  Do you think that changing to the Supra 8’s (I’d need two) would make a noticeable improvement?  If so, tell me what the change did for your system.

Thanks.

Jim

bolong
596 posts
 

When I had a Terminator 2 I installed the Mk3 board in it after awhile, and it was quite an improvement. Very easy board install.

soix
9,456 posts
 

I’d strongly consider adding something like a Hermes DDC and using the i2S connection.  I added an Iris to my R2R DAC using i2S and the level of improvement was like upgrading to a better DAC.  Background noise I didn’t know was there was cleared away and imaging popped better along with an expanded and more 3D soundstage.  If these are the kind of improvements you’re looking for this may do the trick and potentially be much cheaper/less risky than trying a whole new DAC.  Just another option to consider, and best of luck.

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