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DAC experiences?

Hi guys,

thanks for all your great advice so far. I come to you with DAC questions. I’m interested to hear your opinions on the Chord Qutest vs PS Audio DirectStream Mk2 vs Chord Dave. 
 

I know they all sit at different price points, but I have a few options at good used prices and I would love to hear insights and experiences on these DACS, their sound, and living with them day to day. 
 

I’ll be using Nova III floorstanders, Luxman 509z integrated, and for now a Node Icon N530 as transport but with a view to upgrade streamer. 
 

tia 

Stephen

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I owned Qutest and Hugo TT2. I also owned PS Audio DSD MkI. Never heard DSD MkIi or DAVE. 
Qutest never sounded dry in my system  it was quiet good actually when used with Warm filter engaged - natural and musical. Shortcomings - narrow shallow soundstage. Otherwise it’s a good DAC. 

Between Qutest and DSD MkII my pick would be DSD as it sounds bigger, has better soundstage and is a bit more engaging. I’d skip Hugo TT2. Didn’t care for it although it sounded pretty good. Wasn’t as engaging. 

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