which tube dac? Lab 12 vs Line Magnetic vs Borderpatrol?

trying to add some tube magic to my system, seeking as tube-ey as sound as possible

the 3 dacs in question are all around the same price to my door

Line Magnetic seems to offer rectification, is that important?

Borderpatrol does not have XLRS so small negative for me there

thanks in advance

audiocanada08-31-2025 9:39pm

toro3 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 402 posts 09-01-2025 at 08:45pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete No experience with the DACs you’re interested in, but the Lab12 continues to be on my short list. Kinda wish I didn’t sell my MHDT Paradisea - rolling op-amps was both interesting and surprising. At the moment I’ve been taking a very strong look at Space-Tech Laboratories out of Canada. AL has been extremely responsive with customization and adding volume control to his DACs. Website is from 1996, and the looks may not be for many - but I love the almost industrial steampunk-like style. Plus, I can’t afford a new LampizatOr with volume control.