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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 also found Chord to be too dry/clinical. I had the Qutest. I went through a Weiss and ML, also felt both were too clinical. Currently I have a PS Audio / APS Audio Transformers Direct Stream Signature Series upgraded MK1 DAC. It sounds beautiful and allows my system to be very revealing, but warm. The guys at APS Audio Transformers do an amazing job and really improve the sound of the PS Audio DS with top of the line components and better power supply. 

My two Cents

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