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Dac: Old vs New

I have older DAC's that sound good but I've had them for several years. Benchmark DAC 1 and PS Audio Digital Link III with Mods. Would a newer DAC from, Topping (DX-5), Schiit (Modi Multibit 2)or SMSL, be a SIGNIFICANT improvement in sound? Seems like the newer DAC's have way more resolution and transparency. I prefer those attributes in gear over warmth. 

tonyjack

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bigkidz
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Depends on the modifications performed. If done correctly, those DACs you mention may not be an improvement at all. There really has not been that much technology advancement over the years.

@audioman58 what DACs have you comp-0ared your DAC to at 2X that you felt were not an improvement?

Happy Listening.

 

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