For the price point of less than $1k - $1.5k the very best values IMO are found in direct Chinese imports. But you need to do some research..
iFi Nano Black Label upgrade
I'm streaming Spotify Premium through this DAC and my Cyrus One (2 years old), but am looking for a richer, warmer sound. The iFi is more articulate, but it's a little too spare.
My local hifi shop recommended the Project Pre Box S2 as the closest price point upgrade, and I notice a slight difference but not enough to spend the extra CAD250-300 for it than what I paid for the iFi. If I'm going to upgrade, I'd rather spend $200-400 more for a clearly noticeable upgrade.
Any recommendations for less than $1k - $1.5k??
My local hifi shop recommended the Project Pre Box S2 as the closest price point upgrade, and I notice a slight difference but not enough to spend the extra CAD250-300 for it than what I paid for the iFi. If I'm going to upgrade, I'd rather spend $200-400 more for a clearly noticeable upgrade.
Any recommendations for less than $1k - $1.5k??