Battle of the Older DAC

Would this be a simple choice for you?

Looking at upgrading my DAC and at similar price points have options of an Auralic Vega (2013) and a Schiit Yggdrasil OG A2 (2018?)

I have heard the Auralic and it is impressive, but the reputation of the Yggy looks solid.

Would be keen to hear from anyone who has experience of both or if the choice is clearer that it appears to me.

As ever, would love to hear your thoughts.

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oddiofyl Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,790 posts 09-10-2024 at 10:41am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I would try to listen to a few DACs if possible. Not sure I would buy a digital component that is 10 plus years old. What's your budget?
knotscott Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 918 posts 09-10-2024 at 11:00am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I agree with oddiofyl. DAC technology has progressed quite a bit in the last few years. Look into the newest chips, then try to find one that's well designed.
jasonbourne71 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,167 posts 09-10-2024 at 02:51pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Go to Audio Science Review and read the test reports on all the DAC's. Measurements don't lie! Subjective opinions are just that - opinions - and worth little!
ghdprentice Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,953 posts 09-10-2024 at 05:18pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The last ten years the sound quality of DACs has improved significantly. Consider a newer one… maybe three to five years, you will get a significant discount and probably much higher quality. Do not waste your time on Audio Science Review (ASR). The information there is completely worthless for evaluating the actual sound quality of components.