Streamer & DAC under $1000?


Hi Guys,

I'm looking for a good streamer with a built-in DAC or a separate streamer and DAC. I'd like something under $1000.

If there's already a discussion like this, let me know, and I'll close this post.

tarik1986

Cambridge CXN v2 or newer CXN100...some prefer the older one which I have and quite like...

The new Node Icon fits the bill nicely according to reviews. $999.00. Super easy to use Blue O/S software, and the option of course to eventually use an even better DAC if that is in your plans. Can be used as a preamp, having volume control and a subwoofer output. Has the best power supply Bluesound has ever put into a streamer.  No need to add an LPS. Good integration with most streaming services. Worth a look and a listen. 

Upscale audio has the Eversolo DMP-A6 Streaming DAC On-Sale right now for $769. I think this is a great price for what you get and would be hard to beat for the money. I have the Master Edition of this for my bedroom system and its pretty good.

WiiM Pro.

$150 or so dollars.

Has analog outputs and inputs. Optical, Coax out. Also Bluetooth input, LAN connection.

 

Quite the unit  

if the onboard DAC is not suitable to one’s tastes, spend the money saved on a separate DAC.

As a current BlueSound user (N130) with external power supply and DAC, if I was looking for a one box solution for ~$1K I'd probably buy the ICON.

Here’s an idea for a separate DAC and streamer that’s in your price range and gives you the flexibility to upgrade the streamer or DAC in the future as tech progresses. I think it’d be tough for a combo streamer/DAC to beat or even match this pair. I own this DAC BTW, and it’s an excellent performer for the $$$ and even more so used. Add an external LPS to the Node when funds allow and you could be good for a long while. Just one idea, and best of luck.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/235866166165

https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650124557-musician-audio-pegasus-r2r-dac-in-excellent-condition-with-synergistic-research-fuses/

Here’s a review of the DAC in case it’s helpful, and I find it to be pretty spot on.
https://soundnews.net/sources/dacs/musician-audio-pegasus-r2r-dac-review/

You might try the Matrix mini-i Pro 4.

This has amazing streaming options, and the DAC is pretty good as almost all DACs are these days. I owned the prior model.