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Benchmark DAC 1 as preamplifier??

Well since I am in need of a pre (and a good DAC at a decent price) I am considering to buy a used Benchmark DAC 1 (not the DAC-pre model) for economics sake. The DAC 1 will drive a pair of Rotel monobloks Rb 1091. I understand the DAC 1 has a variable rca output which is controlled by the knob in the front plate of the DAC 1. Does this variable rca output mean that the DAC 1 can be used as a preamplifier?? Will this setup compromise the sound quality of my system?? Any comments out there would be of great help. Thanks in advance.
tiofelon

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mapman
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I have interest in the BEnchmark pre.

I have been curious about the dac and its reclocking/jitter suppression capabilities for awhile and also how it might work as a SS pre-amp in my main rig. I would need to add a phono preamp as well if I liked the digital. ARC pre-amp might go to second system as an enhancement there if the BM panned out. I really like the ARC but a SS option that might do as well or better would work for me.
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mapman
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Tio,

What did you use prior?

Thanks.
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