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The best DAC for the money

I'm thinking to buy a DAC, but not really sure which one to choose... Preferable with HDCD decoding, and reasonable price... You name it

System
Source: NAD c541i
Amp: Sim Moon i-5 integrated
Speakers: Revel M20
Cables: AZ Satori, etc...
dmitrydr
rainchild
31 posts
 
Try the new Benchmark Media DAC-1. List price $850.
I've not heard it yet but the review seems impresive. Check it out before you commit.
dgordonl
128 posts
 
Pick up a Channel Islands..best bang for the buck 500.00
dac and power supply
OR
for a little extra...Bel Canto the new dac 2
tjbearman
40 posts
 
I think the Musical Fidelity X/DAC HDCD is amazing,
and not just because it goes for about $200 used!
sidssp
1,077 posts
 
If you don't need 24/96, I would recommend a used Theta Gen Va.
karls
332 posts
 
I second the Theta Gen Va. Older to be sure, but absolutely great performance for the current prices.
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