Interestingly, I have had the chance to audition the Berkley alpha usb and dac
for about a month from the cable co. Curiosity got the best of me. Needless to say, the bada usb used in conjunction with my Bel Canto Dac 3.5 VBS was not a
joy to listen to. The sound was as hard as nails digital sound as compared to my light link. I could not sit down and enjoy one song in its entirety. Listening fatigue was instant. This may work with a system that is really dull sounding, but I have zero tolerance for digital glare. In addition, the bada usb and bada dac had the same effect in my system. Bright, in your face digital sound. Unfortunately, the cable co does not have the Reflink for audition. So, I think I will just have to take a chance and get one.
for about a month from the cable co. Curiosity got the best of me. Needless to say, the bada usb used in conjunction with my Bel Canto Dac 3.5 VBS was not a
joy to listen to. The sound was as hard as nails digital sound as compared to my light link. I could not sit down and enjoy one song in its entirety. Listening fatigue was instant. This may work with a system that is really dull sounding, but I have zero tolerance for digital glare. In addition, the bada usb and bada dac had the same effect in my system. Bright, in your face digital sound. Unfortunately, the cable co does not have the Reflink for audition. So, I think I will just have to take a chance and get one.