Solo streamer

Although I believe my Benchmark DAC is doing a great job, just out of curiosity, what other DACs would you recommend?

I’ve not compared too many DACs…but here’s the list in order of ranking:

Bricasti M3

PS Audio DirectSream Digital MkI

Chord Hugo TT2

Benchmark DAC 3 HGC

Bryston BDA-3.14

Bryston BDA-3

Chord Qutest

Mytek Brooklyn 2

The Bricasti M3 is simply a fantastic DAC. I’m making a full circle back to it now.
Others will chime in with their recommendations but if you have any questions on my experience with any of the DACs from the list above, please feel free to message me.

@audphile1

FYI, the Benchmark DAC3HGC is identical to the DAC3 aside from some extra features.

I auditioned the Qutest years ago.  Liked my Schitt Gungnir better.

That’s right…according to benchmark…but we all know what happens when an attempt is made to stuff 10lbs of poop in a 5lb bag…

Well, I wouldn’t call the Benchmark poop.

Thanks for the list!