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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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@jk_richards 

Are you trying to sell something? Is there some disclosure you would like to let us know about? 

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My ears usually tilt towards R2R ladder DACs, especially Denafrips and Holo Audio.

You should give the Directstream DAC a listen.  It’s a DSD / FPGA based DAC.

I liked the R2R DAC’s also (Terminator PLUS and Holo May) until I heard the modified Directstream DAC’s.  It’s if you can reach out and touch the performers it’s so real sounding. Speakers totally disappear.. 

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