Hey Larrybou, assuming you don't need a built-in preamp or DSD, if I was going again with your budget I'd look at:
Aqua La Voce S2
Metrum Hex
Audial Model S / Model S USB
Cheers
Aqua La Voce S2
Metrum Hex
Audial Model S / Model S USB
Cheers
Best natural, musical DAC under $3K?