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Denafrips Ares II vs MHDT Orchid
@jjss49 Funny you mention sibilance issues because I found this discussion again after searching for a fix. I was teetering on upgrading the Ares II with a Pontus II or the Orchid and moving the Ares to a second system of mine. I listen to my spe... 
Best DACs for under $1500 in 2021
I ended up getting the Denafrips Ares II. Amazon had it through a retailer and I paid 825 shipped. It came in yesterday. Very satisfied with it so far. Much more detailed than my previous SMSL 6th anny dac. I can follow an instrument through the e... 
Denafrips Ares II vs MHDT Orchid
Looks like Amazon had a seller from China that was verified when I clicked on "view all buying options."Amazon is the easiest retailer to purchase from due to the return policy. Done deal. Lets see if the Denafrips fits the bill. I'll update the t... 
Denafrips Ares II vs MHDT Orchid
If the Denafrips is roughly $800 shipped I cannot find it. There are only a few sites that list it and all roughly 1100 shipped (to US) aside from 1 source.  
Best DACs for under $1500 in 2021
Great suggestions so far. The MP-D2 looks very promising due to reviews like this: "After reading the 6 Moon's review of the MHDT Orchid you could easily switch names to the Musical Paradise MP-D2 MK3 as the description appears synonymous. I have ... 
Best DACs for under $1500 in 2021
I have that on the list as the better alternative to the Denafrips Ares. At least from what I gather it’s the better option. I've seen more negative reviews on the MP Dac, however. Regardless, Amazon has it at a great cost.https://www.amazon.com/M...