The Mytek and RME are good choices if you generally like a more detailed, sorta analytical, solid state type sound.
Personally, I've never heard a digital volume control that would satisfy me, even those on five-figure gear. My preference is more analog/tube/fleshed out so I agree with @cat_doorman. Try something like Rothwell attenuators or another low cost passive option and go with an R2R dac, Denafrips, Soekris or whatever else floats your boat.
It's a bit of a risk avoiding an active preamp; many find the additional gain of an active pre provides sonic benefits that relying only on the math would leave you scratching your head. Cheers,
Spencer
Personally, I've never heard a digital volume control that would satisfy me, even those on five-figure gear. My preference is more analog/tube/fleshed out so I agree with @cat_doorman. Try something like Rothwell attenuators or another low cost passive option and go with an R2R dac, Denafrips, Soekris or whatever else floats your boat.
It's a bit of a risk avoiding an active preamp; many find the additional gain of an active pre provides sonic benefits that relying only on the math would leave you scratching your head. Cheers,
Spencer