I compared chord qutest vs. Audiolab CDQ8200 V12E two weeks ago and audiolab was far better than qutest. Qutest lack bass and Dynamics. Also Hegel HD12 was far away from audiolab. My set is Magnepan 3.6, accuphase E450 and audiolab. Playing from tidal. I dont understand that Chord has get 5 star. It is better to trust own ears than beleave ratings. Of course ratings can give you directions.
Schiit vs. Mytek vs. Chord - looking for some thoughts
Looking for some thoughts on the following DACs:
1. Schiit Bifrost 2 Multibit
2. Chord Qutest
3. Mytek Brooklyn DAC+
I’m mainly interested in RedBook and DSD hi-res playback. I’m not looking for sacrifices in redbook in favor of hi-res.
Has anyone compared any combination of these side by side? What are the sonic characteristics of each and compared to others? What DAC would you choose and why?
Thanks in advance!
1. Schiit Bifrost 2 Multibit
2. Chord Qutest
3. Mytek Brooklyn DAC+
I’m mainly interested in RedBook and DSD hi-res playback. I’m not looking for sacrifices in redbook in favor of hi-res.
Has anyone compared any combination of these side by side? What are the sonic characteristics of each and compared to others? What DAC would you choose and why?
Thanks in advance!