Most good streamers don’t have a DAC. Innuos, aurender, Grimm MU1, etc. the all-in-ones tend to be lower quality with some notable exceptions like the Grimm MU2.
PS decide if you want to use Roon before you buy. this will influence your decision.
Streamer, no DAC please?
Sorry if this topic has been beaten to a pulp...I recently upgraded the digital side of my rig, Denafrips, Pontus 15 with a Project CD Box RS2T transport...
Now I have the itch to try streaming. It pains me to invest in a high end streamer and once again pay for a DAC.
Is it possible to find a quality steamer without a DAC? Any direction is appreciated, FYI, I consider myself a luddite.