Musical Fidelity X DAC V8 Tube/SS Anyone???

Linuxtx, can you say why you thought the USB input on the X-DACv8 seems to be an afterthought? Thanks.

Curiosity got the better of me and I now have the X-DACV8. Although it needs to "break-in" fully, I can comment as to how it compares to the A5. The tonality is similiar but the X-DAC V8 is noticeably more robust/extended in the bass/lively, a bit smoother and probably slightly warmer, yet also more resolution. Definitely worth giving a listen to if you are looking for new dac.

I have this DAC and think it is incredible for the price. The only issue with it is the USB input, which seems to be an afterthought. If you really want a good USB DAC go with a Benchmark, otherwise I have no complaints about the X-DACv8. I have spent a little time with the A5 CD player, but the X-DACv8 was a level above it.