How does 10+ year old technology compare to modern: Musical Fidelity M1 DAC

@simao Schiit just released a new version Gungnir 2, at $1599 ...I've liked Schiit and Denafrips in that price range, haven't heard the older Gungnir...

it has improved significantly ...Schiit Modi+ incredible for $129 ... and their newest Bifrost is definitely, for most, worth the 6X price...$799 today can buy so much compared to 10 years ago...

Not a clue…some here prefer the sound of older DACs…I much prefer the Bifrost to the M1 

I use the current Modi+ for my desktop, and it’s terrific...never heard the older Modi3+ ...

When I bought my OPPO-103 12 years ago, I thought it was a terrific DVD Player. After upgrading, I was disappointed in the OPPO as a CD Player or transport/streamer...I think as you're looking at older DACs, personal preference becomes even more important, and there will be less agreement from others...

Transport I like, and use, Cambridge CXC...CD Players I like Marantz CD6006(7) and Rotel CD11 Tribute - I own both, just sold the Oppo...I liked the Schiit Modius DAC better than the Modi...these are simply my preferences, all within your cost parameters, based on owning all equipment I mentioned...lots of people love the Oppo stuff...