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Best DAC for around $2,500 or less

What are your opinions on the best DAC for under $2,500?  Looking at the Schiit Yggy or many of recommend Denafrips so looking at their Pontus.  Any thoughts on how these two compare?  It might be misguided by I tend to think your getting a little more for your money with a direct to consumer company like Schiit and I know they are highly regarded for their DACS.  Anything else to look at in this price range? 
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i would consider, in no particular order:
  • Denefrips
  • Chord Qutest
  • Mytek Brooklyn
  • Schiit (but that is my least fav - they shine at the low end)
  • Allo for like $450 with fancy power (seriously)problem with Allo is that its basically "roll your own"

You also need to ask "do i want a network connected DAC or is USB/SPDIF sufficient?". I strongly urge getting a network connected DAC. It;’s at least as good sounding and seriously flexible/convenient. Some reasons it is technically (sonically) superior too.
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