DAC recommendations


Hi all. I need some recommendations for a DAC with both a USB B input and optical input.  Budget up to say $1000 but less expensive the better 

mikeybklyn

look for an Ayre Codex used has both and its a great Dac

Audio Connection  has used ones from time to time 

Used Parasound if you can find them.  I have a Topping and it's pretty Meh.

 

Ayre is especially good if yo have headphones.

I’m liking my Musician Pegasus R2R DAC quite a bit — very neutral and detailed but still very musical.  Soundnews.net just did a review of their cheaper Draco and sound wise doesn’t sound like it gives up much to the Pegasus if it has the connections you need.  Best of luck.