The Odeon AG is far underrated and overlooked, probably because of it's size and price. But it's terrific for the money. Many of the higher priced DACs have a lot of air inside those boxes. The Odeon isn't selling extra real estate. It only uses the space it needs.
I did a serious downsize, after I realized I had way too much invested in audio equipment. I went from the latest DCS Elgar Plus and Purcell with 1394, to the Odeon. The DCS was better, yes. But the price would suggest a much bigger difference. If you looking for the best, go with the DCS. If money matters, check out the Odeon AG w/reclocker.
I did a serious downsize, after I realized I had way too much invested in audio equipment. I went from the latest DCS Elgar Plus and Purcell with 1394, to the Odeon. The DCS was better, yes. But the price would suggest a much bigger difference. If you looking for the best, go with the DCS. If money matters, check out the Odeon AG w/reclocker.