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What is the average life expectancy of a DAC?
Hello folks,
With the recent profusion of relatively inexpensive DACs that are now available, I'm wondering what the average life expectancy of a good DAC is? Or, to put it another way, is it cost-effective to invest in a high(ish) end DAC like a Denafrips Terminator or a Halo May with the expectation that it will last at least 5 or more years?
Thanks!
With the recent profusion of relatively inexpensive DACs that are now available, I'm wondering what the average life expectancy of a good DAC is? Or, to put it another way, is it cost-effective to invest in a high(ish) end DAC like a Denafrips Terminator or a Halo May with the expectation that it will last at least 5 or more years?
Thanks!
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30 years is not too short a life span for a DAC. There are a couple of thigns to consider though: 1 - DAC's after 2010 got much better, especially with RedBook playback so buy older models with caution. 2 - Streaming services and connectivity changes more rapidly than resolution and bit rates. Best, E |
jasonbourne52 Nobody can tell a $100 DAC from a $1000 DAC if they listen blindfoldedThat’s an interesting claim. Please tell us about your listening tests that have led you to this conclusion. |
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