DAC Recommendations

My pick,'cause I own one, is the Enkainthus. Same co. I just think they don't think folks have more than one digital sourse--I do.---Sure the 'one-box' solution is great but has no flexability.

In that price range, I'd look at the Stello DAC from April Music...

Thank you all for the recommendations, I thought I would update. I purchased an Electrocompanient ECD 1 demo in my price range. It's a very muscial piece, the sound is a little forward but very detailed with extended bass. It came very close to the Audiomeca Mephisto in many respects but the Audiomeca still out performs, at least in my system.Thanks again.

Rec, When you describe the ECD as being a little forward do you mean somewhat bright or do you mean that there is some mid-range emphasis which brings the soundstage more forward as opposed to recessed or normal?

Great description Newbee, no it's not bright at all but there is some mid-range emphasis. Actually in my system it's quite pleasing.