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DAC for Linn Gear

I was wondering what DAC would be a good match for an all Linn system. My current system is:
1. Linn Kolektor
2. Linn LK-85 (2 amps in aktiv)
3. Linn Katan Monitors
4. Rel sub
5. Audiotron Networked Media PLayer with Toslink out.

My transport is an Audioton which unfortunatley only has Toslink out. I could purchase a Monarchy Audio DIP to make the conversion to SPDIF. I am currently using a Soundstream / Krell DA-1.
My current choice would for new converters in order of preference would be:
1. Scott Nixon DAC (non tube)
2. Channel Island

Thanks
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audioengr
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You could easily get the transport modded to add a S/PDIF coax out. The DAC's you mention are mid-line, but inexpensive and pretty good values.

You should also consider using a laptop with a USB interface to drive your system. This will be superior to any transport, modded or not. There is a lot of freeware available for ripping and playback that is very high quality.
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