Chord Dave ,Hugo TT2, or Qutest into their M Scaler allows you to hear instrument's seperation, and distinction, like you see painted lines in a parking lot. I’ve had them all. It just sounds “ different “… not graph-able, only ear-able.
What does your DAC sound like
I’m in the market for a newly used DAC, based on reviews I’m considering the playback designs Merlot, Vermeer, Grimm mu2. I prefer a well balanced sound more analog like. I hoping that user experiences with these dacs OR others that might fit the bill will respond
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