Have noted some, upgrading to the Gustard A22.
It uses 2 AK4499 chips.
Upgraded from Topping D90, LKS MH-DA004.
It uses 2 AK4499 chips.
Upgraded from Topping D90, LKS MH-DA004.
DAC That Punches Above Its Price Point
@Ryder Unlike other audio components, I don’t think you’ll find a “bargain” DAC who’s performance punches way above their price point. I’ve been looking for audiophile component bargains for the last 5 years including DACs so I can get the best price/performance components for my audio system. Also, buying used usually saves you significant $. If you like Chord DACs then you may be interested in upping the DAC sound with the Chord MScaler - although it can be used with any DAC there seems to be an even greater synergy when connected to the Chord Dave and likely other Chord DACs. |
If you want to see punching, go to a boxing match..if you want the best DAC, I highly recommend the MSB Discrete, Premier, Reference or Select. People have different opinions that are meaningless in the context of your sound reproduction system and your auditory system. Listen to a variety of different DACS in your own set-up before you decide - do not rely on the opinions of other folks who mostly just post to a thread but do not listen to music!!! |