The closest I've heard to giant killer in my travels is the MHDT Paradisea. At around 400 bucks used it's putting out some pretty good sound for the dollars. I personally sold off my Wavelength Cosecant after getting one. There is better sound of course out there but it hits pretty hard for around 400 on the used market.
Bargain Basement, Giant Killing DACs for PC Audio
As I continue to upgrade my PC based systems, I am fascinated to see how certain DACs somehow retain considerable value for many years.
Because one might think that DACs are more vulnerable to depreciation and obscelesence than say, speakers or amplifiers.
Since this digital landscape changes quickly, perhaps this thread might become popular for a quick update on the latest, GIANT KILLER DACs.
New or used?
USB DACs or depreciated classic and a SPDIF adapter?
Thanks for your ideas.