It is a $1000 above your price point but I think it is worth the stretch. I compared a slew of DACs this past year and the Holo May KTE was the clear winner. Used price with a bit of bargaining ought to be right around $4k. Huge stage with depth, air, dynamics and tonal density. It easily beat out the PS Audio Directstream MK2, Berkeley Ref 2, Gustard R26, Eversolo A8, and ANK 4.1x LE. I have also owned the Pontus II, Aries, and Gustard X26 and they are simply not in the same league. If you are on a tight budget the Eversolo A8 is a very respectable DAC and an excellent streamer.
Holographic DAC With Air And Decay
Like the title says what’s your vote for favorite Dac when it comes air, decay and three dimensional soundstage? Looking at 3k or less used. I tend to prefer R2R and, or tubes. I suppose I'm open to other options as long as it sounds smooth and refined. As always I look forward to all your input, thanks!
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@fsonicsmith +10!!! it’s not really about the dac as you correctly state. I have an old Topping D50 that lets the air through very nicely if it is present in the recording AND coupled to the right speakers |
+1 @fsonicsmith |
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