The best DAC near that price is the Ayre QX-8. It is closer to 6 with the Network card, but it will sound far better than others less than $9k! I’ve heard many of the other touted DACs.
Upgrade DAC recommendation
My systems consist of:
McIntosh 601 Monoblocks
McIntosh C47 Pre Amp
Martin Logan Renaissance 15A Speakers
Node2 DAC
I’m bypassing the DAC in my Node2 and using the DAC in my McIntosh C47 My sound is good but I think I’m missing something and believe the sound can be tremendously better if I upgrade my Node 2 for a better DAC. I’m willing to spend up to $5k on a new DAC
Based on my system components, can you suggest a Better DAC that will take my sound Up to new levels
need lots of help
fhanks
McIntosh 601 Monoblocks
McIntosh C47 Pre Amp
Martin Logan Renaissance 15A Speakers
Node2 DAC
I’m bypassing the DAC in my Node2 and using the DAC in my McIntosh C47 My sound is good but I think I’m missing something and believe the sound can be tremendously better if I upgrade my Node 2 for a better DAC. I’m willing to spend up to $5k on a new DAC
Based on my system components, can you suggest a Better DAC that will take my sound Up to new levels
need lots of help
fhanks