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Move from CD Player to DAC

Hey folks

I haven't been in hi-fi circles for a while and I know there is amazing modern gear out there, but have just stuck to portable/IEM hobby lately.

Mu current setup:

Bryston B60
Arcam CD72T
Kinima Hi G1

I was wondering what I may replace my CD Player with to go the dedicated DAC route (flac files)? Would the sound card output a digital signal to the DAC? I use an EMU 0404 as the sound card and output its audio via 1/4" to RCA aux input on the amp.

I'm already used to the CD Player being very good, but I know there have been many advances in DAC technology that may even squash the Delta-Sigma in my Arcam.

Is three something modern and worthy out there that would outperform my Arcam without question? Even at under $300? I've seen a lot of form factors so I'm curious. What are all the current best of / hyped components nowadays? I wanted to ask at AA because I knew I could talk to users who have already heard my CD Player.

Thanks!


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Topic - Move from CD Player to DAC - JarrettH 18:10:03 07/05/12 (10)

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