Agree with all those who prefer going through preamp rather than straight DAC to amp. Was forced to go direct for a 2 month period between preamps, and found the direct route lacking bloom. Have not tried with Bricasti, but certainly true of others. Current DAC has no volume control because it would be superfluous & maybe dangerous. But the question is a good one where preamp has been ruled out.
Lumin vs Bricasti Volume Control
I'm interested in both brands but will be going direct to an amplifier. Can anyone comment on the built in volume controls? Is there a sound quality difference between Lumin's digital vs Bricasti's analog domain?
Thanks!