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Any alternatives to Astell & Kern DAP's?

I'm looking at the A&K AK 100 -2 but at $900 (cheapest I could find on the internet) it caused me to pause. Is there any alternative that would be less expensive? The Ibasso DX90 is something I would consider but the reviews I've read are mixed. Would appreciate any feedback you could give me. thanks.
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swampwalker
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The AK can certainly fit in your shirt pocket.
jl35
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Indeed, it would fit very nicely...
russellrcncom OP
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I'm leaning towards a fiio x5 which supposedly supports24 bit /192. It can be had for about $300 new or $250 used.....stay tuned.
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cerrot
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PONO. Just ordered one with the balanced cable for my enn 650. cant wait. planes will be fun again.
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sbank
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Fiio X5 and the Hifiman units are worth contenders. headfi has tons of reviews and detailed threads on them and related topics.
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