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NOS DACs?

I auditioned Assemblage DAC 2.6 DF1704 version, and I was floored.
It had absolutely correct tonality, just incredible, exceptional rhythm, all instruments followed the same pace, the whole presentation was scary real.
I have never heard anything like this.
This DAC is no longer made.
Can those NOS DACs lovers please comment on what NOS DACs on today’s market may be equal to or exceed (if it is even possible?) the performance of Assemblage DAC 2.6?
I am not interested in USB or tube DACs, only SS DACs that will have AES/EBU digital input (preferably SPDIF as well) and balanced analog outputs (preferably unbalanced as well).
sashav

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Part of what you're hearing is the Burr-Brown 1704 true 24-bit DACs as opposed to 1-bit DACs.

I've talked to several people who think the Burr-Brown 24 bit are the key to "natural" sound. I have no experience with the Assemblage but it was certainly priced right, even when current and new.

Glad you found something that pleases you without breaking the bank.
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