How do you assess a DAC?


I've currently got an Audiolab M-Dac+ and am now going to add a streamer to my system, a lot of which have inbuilt DACs. I'd like to know whether the DAC in the streamers, such as the iFi NEO stream and others I'm considering, is going to be better than my Audiolab, in which case I'd spend a bit more for an "upgrade" and sell on my DAC.

Is it a matter of taste or can I compare certain specs to get an answer?

side22olto

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@dinov  +1

OP, in my opinioin it would be most helpful to you if you could compare several DAC's/streamers including a DAC in your personal listening environment (room, gear). This, and only this will make sure you will be satisfied after your purchase.