Looking for a new DAC


 

Looking for dac recommendations

I have been slowly doing major upgrades to my system and now it’s time for a better dac.

Current system

Modwright KWH 225i integrated

Magnepan 3.7i speakers

Rotel RCD-1572 cd player

Will not be upgrading these anytime soon

 

Need upgrading

Schiit Modius dac

WiiM Ultra streamer (considering the Aurender N200)

Looking for a dac that will complement the Modwright and Magnepans.

 

Below is a few suggestions I have received but not sure how they will sound with my system.

T+A DAC 200

Gold Note DS-10 EVO

Laiv Harmony

Weiss DAC 204

 

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Showing 1 response by cmrbkk

I have a recommendation worth considering on the streamer component, which is Magna Hi Fi's Mano Ultra MK3.5. It's a two box system consisting of a Farad 3 linear power supply and matching box with the streamer component. You have options for the build including an upgraded  connection cable (mine is highly optioned and I recommend their level 2 silver cable if your system is sufficiently warm). It's ben a very significant upgrade in sound quality from my old Bluesound Node and I give it high marks. Hans Beekhuyzen has a Youtube review on it and uses it as his current reference streamer if you want to learn more. I love mine and it's worth considering. I'd also note the Weiss 204 is a dac that I really want ro hear. Have fun with your search for new gear.