Why do I prefer R2R over Chip based DAC's?


I have had a couple of mid to low priced DAC's. Schiit Modi, Schiit multibit in a card. Topping E30. all inexpensive I know. Am I not spending enough money? I have heard a Schiit Bifrost, I did like it. I am currently using a Topping Octo with the Schiit Midgard for headphones. This has been my best combination to date for a all in under $1000 us. The Octo has good instrument separation and the soundstage is expansive. The Octo does not have that harsh semblance I can not stand. What would be my next upgrade? 

chiliray

Yes, thank you. I will look into MHDT. I listen to 80’s 90’s rock. I like the ballads and stings. Some classical strings. I think that is what you say “Musical”. 

What is your current source ? When I started out , I quickly found out everything made a difference. 

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@chiliray 

on a good hp setup i think you will definitely hear a difference when you go to better more resolving dacs than what you have tried thus far