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LAIV Harmony

New company with a new product.  There are several "professional" reviews out there, but not much consumer input here or elsewhere.  Those that have been using now for over a month, what are your thoughts?  What were you using previously and how does it compare?

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Hans’ review sounds more like the truth than the hype. He’s not shy about pointing out the DAC’s faults. 

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He’s usually spot on. 

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Ignoring Hans’ feedback on this DAC would be a mistake. However, given LAiV has a solid return policy, it would be worth to try if this DAC is something that appeals to you. 

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This DAC is most likely priced right amongst it’s competition.
Steve Huff is very influential and people tend to forget to put a big grain of salt on a dish he serves when they consume it.

Dismissing neutral and negative reviews is just doing yourself a disservice. This thing is hyped up. That much is clear.

Here’s another take on it that brings it back to earth:

https://youtube.com/watch?v=yc_v6xwLrnc&si=xSd3kaqV2iX6wQ-X

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