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

stephenwerner

Showing 1 response by yakbob

Stephen, you might get more detailed responses if you’re able to articulate what you want this new (to you) DAC to do for your system.

Primary inputs, usability, etc.

I’ve not owned a Chord DAC, but to me they look like an ergonomic nightmare, and not sure I would want to use one daily. Your priorities are of course different than mine. As others have stated, the Chords may be best suited to systems that require thining out.