@georgepv Wrote:
Actually The Saga Plus looks like it might be a good choice.
The Saga preamp is not balanced but the Kara is. Also the Saga is a passive preamp no gain! I would keep the preamp and Dac separate.
Mike
Desktop preamp DAC for Focal Shape 50
I am setting up a nearfield desktop system with Focal powered monitors. These normally run about $1500/pair
I am looking for a desktop preamp with a Dac. I need a USB digital input, using a desktop PC as the source. I would prefer balanced out connections.
I'm not sure what price point I should be looking at. Here are a couple examples on my list.
DacMagic 200 $500
Neo iDSD 2. $900
Used Denafrips Athena $1400