Searching for a dac that matches the Marantz


I’m trying to phase out my Marantz ND8006 but I love the way it sounds (just not the way it looks). So I’m looking for a DAC that has the same character as the Marantz. I believe it has a ESS9016, but I guess that doesn’t mean a lot because of implementation is done by Marantz.  I’ve tried the Audiolab MDac+ That comes pretty close (I just don’t like the form factor)! It also uses Sabre Dac so could it be that that’s just the signature I’m looking for?
sjeesjie
If you don’t like the RME ADI-2 then you should upgrade to a better CD player.  That Marantz isn’t known for having a decent DAC.
I don’t say I don’t like the RME, I said I like the Marantz Dac. Have you even heard it @sfseay? Have you even read about it? I’ve never read one bad word about it, you?