Not long ago, I purchased a Benchmark DAC 1 PRE. I was flabbergasted at how it sounds. They don't sell cheap, but there's a reason for that, they're that good. I got mine for $500, in perfect shape, and as far as I'm concerned, it's all the DAC I'll ever need, also the headphone amp is just killer good.
Best of luck,
Dan
Best of luck,
Dan