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In Reply to: RE: DSD capable and natural violin tone.... posted by Ivan303 on August 29, 2016 at 08:29:18
It seems odd to me to seek a DAC or any component that is good for a particular instrument. My feeling on the topic is that a component should be good across the board.I've had many DACs in my setup but if extra smooth is one of the requirements with little regard for shortcomings, I would recommend the Wavelength Brick v3 USB DAC or the Luxman DA-06. Both are VERY smooth, but both are also rolled off at the frequency extremes, kind of soft dynamically, and a little veiled to my ears.... but VERY VERY smooth.
For an overall outstanding performer on a reasonable budget I can highly recommend the PS Audio NuWave DSD DAC ($1299 MSRP, much less with certain manufacturer sponsored trade-ins).
The PS Audio NuWave DSD DAC has recently replaced my $3500 Ayre QB-9 DSD DAC. Both are outstanding but I prefer the PS Audio over the Ayre by a slight margin.
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Consider it a minimum requirement. If you can't enjoy listening to your favorite music, what's the point of sounding good with other stuff?
I'll look into PS Audio!
Agree on the PS Audio dac.
If you don't have a local PS Audio dealer call Wally at Underwood Hi Fi.
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