DAC with HDCD function under usd1000

I believe the Cambridge Audio S700 has HDCD. It is also its own issolation platform.

The most recent version of the Proceed DAP (Madrigal Audio) is a nice-sounding unit with HDCD, and accepts balanced or single-ended input and outputs. I believe it is still a current model @$2,ooo, but is sold used in the $600-$700 range.

I would also consider PS Audio Ultralink 11/HDCD, excellect sounding, former class B Stereophile. Sold new for 2200.00 used prices 500-750.00. Good luck

Assemblage from Sonic Frontier DAC 2.6 or DAC 2.7 at $700 is one of the best HDCD DAC you can get? Happy New Year

Second the EAD DSP 7000 Mk. III. Very smooth presentation, not at all "in your face" but not harsh or straining. Super high quality build & parts, which would bode well for purchase used. Retailed for $2500 in another era, but I've seen them advertised at dirt cheap prices on this site.

Check out the Enlightened Audio Design's DSP-7000 Mk3. They can be had for as little as $500-700 on the used market. Make sure that it is series 3 though.

I just picked up a Sonicfrontiers sfd 1 mk2 for 695 from Jeffssoundvalues. Check him on this site.

Too bad, I just sold my Parasound Ultra DAC2000 for $650. Originally bought for $1595...A great DAC w. HDCD...Good luck hunting.