Nope. Value of a reclocker is exaggerated. the analog portion of the DAC is more important to great sound, clarity, transparity, soundstage, etc.
PS are you streaming of listening to CDs?
Is a cheaper DAC + Reclocker better than just an expensive DAC?
Hi All,
I'm still in my DAC dilemma phase, and have come across this situation, is a cheaper DAC + Reclocker better than just an expensive DAC? The basis for this is the below Gustard example. Also, i've read a review that commented on the X26 being further improved when a reclocker was added.
Gustard U18 reclocker ($635 CAD) + Gustard X18 ($952 CAD) = $1,587 CAD
OR
Gustard X26 = $1,907 CAD
So if i wanted to:
- have a mind-blowing DAC experience (stepping up from my Khadas Tone Board DAC)
-not have any regrets
- extinguish any upgrade fever
- make girls like me...
...is it a general rule that a DAC+reclocker will ususally sound better than a standalone more expensive DAC, and so i should pursue this route?
Does anyone have any amazing examples of cheaper DACs, that when coupled with a reclocker, elevate the combo into the really acoustically high-end and detailed areas of the hobby?
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@fai_v Along the same lines, although I may not get as much agreement on this one. Your PC is not bad at doing the digital part. Focus your purchase on the DAC. If you have to use your PC for a year, that's ok. I also avoid combo DAC streamers as you seldom see a top quality DAC in a streamer. --Jerry |