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Best DAC with Volume Control?

I am looking for a few very good DACs that have a volume control to run direct into an amp. What do you suggest or have heard? The Birdland Audio Odeon-Ag with Reclocker is one. Are there any others I should consider? What did you hear and how did yours compare to the top CDPs AA Cap, Mephisto, EMC-1, etc.

Thanks and Happy Listening.
bigkidz
reubent
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I've owned 2, the Birdland Odeon Lite and the Monarchy Model 33. Of those 2, I think I actaully preferred the Monarchy, but I did not have them at exactly the same time, so there was not a direct comparison.

If I were looking for a DAC w/volume control, I would look for a deal on the previously mentioned Birdland Odeon AG-reclocker or the Benchmark DAC-1. They have both gotten very good reviews.

Enjoy,

TIC
audiobugged
528 posts
 
The Benchmark I have been told offers XLR out volume control?
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tony007
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Audio Aero has a component called the Prima DAC. Actually it should be named the "Capitole DAC" becuase it uses exact D/A section and tubed output w/volume control as the Capitole Mk2 cd player. Retail price is 4995. Expect nearly the same sound from this piece, less the transport section of course.

There is one more added bonus. They are now shipping with 3 analog inputs on the rear so this unit is now a full function preamplifer.
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