I would like to suggest the Matrix X-Sabre Pro, that is under 2000$. High quality each part of it. It sounds better than Chord Qutest and TT, a bit worst (at drum reproduction, drums not as dry as it could be) than the Dave. No headphone amp, but there is volume control. I don't find better DAC for its price.
An another more cheaper, measured well solution could be, the already mentioned Topping D90.
If you prefer Chord Qutest, suggestion of lot of members, let me to advice to replace the power supply, for example to Allo Shanti, it added some improvement in signal to noise to me. What I found as main weakness, Qutest does not shine in quality of high tones.
An another more cheaper, measured well solution could be, the already mentioned Topping D90.
If you prefer Chord Qutest, suggestion of lot of members, let me to advice to replace the power supply, for example to Allo Shanti, it added some improvement in signal to noise to me. What I found as main weakness, Qutest does not shine in quality of high tones.