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Holo Audio May DAC

Just read a very nice review of this in Stereophile this month and after doing some research it looks like this one could be a very nice option for me.  
https://kitsunehifi.com/product/holo-audio-may-dac/
  
It's made in China I think (or could be Taiwan?, and yes, I am very well aware that these are two very different countries. ;)), and employs a direct to consumer model to keep the price as low as possible.  This does not worry me after purchasing a Jay's Audio transport from Vinshine Audio and having zero issues.  

Just curious if anyone here has heard one or purchased?  I'm very intrigued.  I know the Denafrips Terminator is another highly regarded DAC with a similar ordering model, but costs a couple grand more than this one.  Considering that one as well.

Thanks
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shaksfan
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Anyone compare
the May DAC to the Spring 2 DAC? Appears the Spring 2 has implemented some of the upgrades in the May DAC (Usb improvements, upgraded components etc.). Wondering if the sound difference is worth the extra expense?
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cal3713
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@georgehifi Honestly, I've only flipped the May out of NOS mode once.  Didn't listen critically, but did prefer the NOS.  I bought it explicitly because it was non-oversampling and the reviews have been so consistent in preferring NOS that I didn't really feel the need to bother.
73max
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@73max, how many hours on both? With such a close sound and the Plus not handling delicacy as well as the standard, sounds like just a break-in thing. When I had a Termi, delicacy and final details is what took the time... Not saying your observations are not true, just aways a chance with something ‘new’. Especially since they’re so 

Definitely way more time on the standard. Over a year. I ran the plus 24 seven For about two weeks. Started comparisons around 10 days.  I think most of the character had developed, but you are correct there may have subtle changes to come.  Based on the overall character I had a definite preference standard. Very subjective, based on my ear, my room and my system. 
73max
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Termi vs Plus. I saw Steve Guttenberg’s video review after I had decided to stay with the standard. He sums up my thoughts perfectly! That’s why he is a professional reviewer and I’m not!
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cal3713
1,421 posts
 
FYI, I just put the May up for sale.  A great dac and worth an audition.  
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