For my experience the iFi Neo iDSD dac + iFi iPurifier3 (reclocker) + the flagship psu 5V iPower Elite these 3 stuffs combination gives a superb wide soundstage & best imaging. and it's under $2k for all 3 gears.
Recommend A New DAC Between $1000 and $2000
I am currently using an older Assemblage DAC 2.0 ( BB1702 R2R dac chip, CS8412 receiver, PMD100 filter) with many upgrade mods. It sounds surprisingly good, but I am looking for something current and better sounding, with the following characteristics:
- Smooth, spacious, slightly warmish sound
- Smooth, non glaring, non etched higher registers (maybe sounding just a bit rolled off, as in lacking strident edges)
- Great sound stage and depth
- Excellent resolution
- Generally natural sounding
... and at a price under $ 2000 if possible
Any ideas and / or personal experiences?
Thanks in advance!