Lina is a new DAC from DCS, basically a bartok without the preamp functions a smaller box. Apex is the new DAC platform - an upgrade to the internal ladder dac.
Hope this helps.
DCS Bartok APEX or LINA and master clock
I have a DCS bartok that I can get upgraded to APEX or I can sell the Bartok and purchase a DCS Lina and Master clock. The cost would be about the same any thoughts on which would be better.
I have a pre amp already so I don't need the Bartok preamp functionality.