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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
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.
nti75
29 posts
 
Second the recommendation for the Theta Gen Va. Can be found for $1,500 or less. Great bass, big soundstage, rich.
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marakanetz
5,473 posts
 
I'd recommend you the one for $0 and the rest $3k to spread over Sim separates.
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