I think the DAC is the weak link in this package. It sounds relatively flat The guy I sold mine to agreed. I've used the pre section going out to a Pass Aleph 3 and it did a fine job. Though if you're going to use a separate DAC and power amp it's probably better to get a Pre3 instead.
Bel Canto C5i
Any C5i owners care to share:
1. are you using a line conditioner-how does it impact the sound?
2. are you passing hi-res files-what's the best way you've found?
3. are you using something other than a Stock AC cable? If so, are you running it directly into the wall?
4. Have you tried using the pre-outs to run it with a different amp?
Any and all feedback if welcome. I bought this unit and it's been the single most enjoyable audio purchase I've ever made .
1. are you using a line conditioner-how does it impact the sound?
2. are you passing hi-res files-what's the best way you've found?
3. are you using something other than a Stock AC cable? If so, are you running it directly into the wall?
4. Have you tried using the pre-outs to run it with a different amp?
Any and all feedback if welcome. I bought this unit and it's been the single most enjoyable audio purchase I've ever made .