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Best DAC+Volume Control under $1000 (used)

Hi,

I just got an Innuos Zen Mk3 server/streamer, which is doing great, but now looking for a DAC WITH good volume control so it can feed my Amplifier (Classe CA-2100).

What's the best option out there... I KNOW, a separate pre-amp would be best, BUT I don't have the budget, or room... so what's a good DAC with volume control that I can get in the used market under $1000?

The ones that come to mind are Mytek Brooklyn, RME  ADI2DACFS, and DAC Magic.  I was dead set on Denafrips, BUT it doesn't have remote or volume control! 

PS. I also have a Denon Receiver that's being used for my HT, alternatively, I could use that as my pre-amp, but wanted to keep it separate as I think it probably would sound better if not fed through a 9-channel receiver... or am I wrong?
alexb76

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jjss49
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used prices presently

ares 2 - 700

chord qutest - 1200-1300

pontus - 1400 for i, 1600 for ii used... on pontus i’s always check the mfg date and physical configuration, most 2020 production and later have all the internal upgrades in the current ii designation
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jjss49
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i would nominate the ayre codex or a soekris dac
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