In Reply to: New DAC suggestions posted by tube524 on October 23, 2023 at 13:59:25:
You can spend $3000 or more but you don't have to with outstanding modern DACs costing so much less. Here are some of my favorites that won't break the bank:- SMSL D400EX $960
- RME ADI-2 DAC FS $1200
- Topping D90 $900Only you can determine what you like based on your sonic preferences but I prefer these over some more costly DACs I've had in the past.... including one that was $4000.
Good luck
My SMSL D400EX DAC:
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Edits: 10/24/23
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