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Denafrips Terminator 2 + Hermes DDC vs T+A DAC 200

Hello,

does anyone know how these two combinations in the title compare? 

I heard that the T+A DAC 200 is a bit superior over the Terminator 2, but how does the T2 compare with the Hermes DDC against the T+A?

Is the T+A still in competition?

Further I would like to know if the Hermes DDC makes a huge difference with the I2S option over the USB directly into streamer option.

Right now I can buy the Terminator 2 for 3.500€ and the T+A DAC 200 for 4.000€. What would you suggest to buy? Should I buy the Terminator 2 and wait for a Hermes DDC to appear?

My System is 2x Braun PA4; Braun CC4; Braun M15 and a Rasperry Pi 4 with Volumio integrated Streamer.

 

Thanks for your help in advance!

braun-hifi

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Here’s a link to a thread here about the Terminator Plus and the T+A 200. Not exactly the same Terminator but close.

https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/denafrips-terminator-plus-vs-t-a-dac-200

i run a Pontus II with a Hermes via the I2S connection. After adding the Hermes the difference is notable in all aspects, much improved soundstage, imaging, transients, clarity while remaining musical.  It might be worth it to just add the Hermes to your Pontus and see if that gets you where you want to be.

 

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