Hello,
I have tested out several DACs. When I added an SBooster instead of the wall wart the improvements were so great it was well worth the $400 extra cost for the power supply. Some of my tests were on the M2Tech, Mytek Liberty, and the Lumin. Due to the power free flowing all the time it really makes the DAC sound awesome. Get the RME and an SBooster. You have to love a DAC in this price range that lets you customize itself to your system. I am going with a high end DAC by Ayre. If I was going for under $2k I would be going RME with the SBooster. If you are in the Chicagoland area check out this store:
https://holmaudio.com/
Due to DACs needing different power supplies these typically have to be ordered. The do have a few pairings so you can try it out for yourself before you make a decision. Sorry, I mean before you place your order. Believe me, you will. It’s that good.
I have tested out several DACs. When I added an SBooster instead of the wall wart the improvements were so great it was well worth the $400 extra cost for the power supply. Some of my tests were on the M2Tech, Mytek Liberty, and the Lumin. Due to the power free flowing all the time it really makes the DAC sound awesome. Get the RME and an SBooster. You have to love a DAC in this price range that lets you customize itself to your system. I am going with a high end DAC by Ayre. If I was going for under $2k I would be going RME with the SBooster. If you are in the Chicagoland area check out this store:
https://holmaudio.com/
Due to DACs needing different power supplies these typically have to be ordered. The do have a few pairings so you can try it out for yourself before you make a decision. Sorry, I mean before you place your order. Believe me, you will. It’s that good.