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Best sounding new DAC under $2500?

I'm looking for a DAC ideally released in the last 6 months (since they get dated so fast) that is a best bank for the buck. If that happens to be a $1000 DAC instead of one for $2500 - great!

I've heard good things about a NAD and PSAudio DAC but not sure which model.
larrybou
wisnon
700 posts
 
Another good Dac for the price is the BMC Pure Dac.
beewax
173 posts
 
If you believe in new technology = ZDAC. Sorry only $0.5K
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ml8764ag
502 posts
 
I totally second the Audio Note Kit DAC recommendation....They are awesome! Hate to say it...because it's overused...but very analog sounding.
robpriore
35 posts
 
Metrum Octave MKII
bgeofft-duplicate-0
174 posts
 
Analog-sounding is over used term in audio and does not necessarily mean better or that you'll like. You just must try before you buy (from manufacturer with fair return policy) with your gear in your listening space. Relying upon online opinions while sometimes helpful is risky to base purchase on.
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