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Bel Canto Dac 1.5 or Benchmark Dac 1 Usb

Trying to decide which of these dacs to buy. I would use either as a dac/digital preamp hooked up via balanced connection directly to my Bryston 3BST amp. I am not able to audition either dac so if anyone has any experience with either day or both please share your thoughts with me.

Thanks!
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nolitan
865 posts
 
I had both dacs and the Bel Canto is far more musical than the Benchmark. Benchmark maybe more neutral and truth to source, the bel is warmer but i find it more bolder & musical.
Th bel would be a better match w/ the brystons.
singleendedsingle
664 posts
 
I find both units great, it depends on the musical tastes you have. Benchmark media have a 30 day trial, you should take advantage of this.
joncourage
185 posts
 
I agree completely with Nolitan, having heard both, albeit in different but "equally good" systems.
chatta
314 posts
 
That's a tough question mate. :\
waterzlife
139 posts
 
Is there a way to audition Bel Canto dacs at home with a 30 return policy?
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