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Best used or new DAC under $3500

What would be the best DAC for under $3500, new or used? I currently use the Chord Dave and I LOVE it. However, I'm looking to downgrade to save some dough. Some reference points:

1) Yggdrasil:  Sold it as the staging was too narrow/flat and it seemed a little lifeless
2) Ayre QB-9 DSD: Feel its a bit too bright/tizzy - at this point I'm done trying Sabre DACs.

Can anyone recommend a DAC that is not a mainstream sabre chip based DAC? I dont mind it if its an older generation or vintage DAC either - Just something I can get for under $3500. I don't want a discussion to defend Sabre DACs please.

Thanks!

jozurr

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glennewdick
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can you not get into the ladder DAC's at that price range they seem to be the best for organic sound. some one may be able to chime in here.

 no chip is the best chip.  ;-)

check out AudioStream  ( Digital web site related to Stereophile) so much info on DAC's(digital in general)  and many many reviews.


https://www.audiostream.com/


+1 for the AudioNote DAC's they are fantastic..

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