Which of my components has the better built in DAC?


Hi, I have a Mcintosh c2700 preamp and also have the 2024 Bluesound Node, both units have a "built in" DAC.
I know that there are better options available but this is what I have to work with today.
Does anybody have a preference or recommendation which to use? Also what is the recommended hook up , digital coax or the optical?

Ultimately I will need to test out the options but please help me with a good starting point.
Thanks for any help!!

svbigwood

Showing 1 response by curiousjim

The one that sounds best to you was my first thought, but the all in one Node really shouldn’t be able to compete with the Mac. I have a N130 and it’s really good really works well, but I did upgrade the PSU and I ran it into an external DAC fairly quickly. After I purchased it.