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Poor man's reference DAC

I am looking for a DAC in the $3000 range to match with my system. I am hoping for a reference DAC that I can later add a transport to once the funds are available. I know this price point is a little light for a reference DAC but it is what I can afford. I was going to buy the Birdland Odeon Ag with reclocker but once you open the door you start to find other items. I am interested in other views so I can start researching these DACs. The newest item I have read about is the Harmonix DAP-777. Very favorable reviews. Anything else out there that I should think about?

I have the following set-up:

Rowland Synergi IIi preamp
Rowland M201 mono amps
Meridian 588 CD player
CAL CL-10 multi disc player
B & W Nautalus 802 speakers
Audio Note Cerulean cables
Audio Magic power conditioners

I listen to vocalists mostly and accustic music. All reply are appreciated.
bryanhod

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bryanhod OP
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Let's see, 1/3 of the responces say Audio Logic. That is very encouraging. Has anyone ever used or heard a Harmonix DAP-777? I will look into the Audio Logic first and each of the other suggestion as well. What would you say the strengths of the Audio Logic are?
bryanhod OP
211 posts
 
Sean, no doubt I am a lucky guy. More than anything I was trying to create a catch phrase to get peoples attention.
bryanhod OP
211 posts
 
I am really interested in the Reimyo Harmonix DAP-777. It is rare to find one and I am going to look into buying one. I think I can always get a different unit to compare it to from a local dealer but not this one.
bryanhod OP
211 posts
 
I have recieved a demo Reimyo DAP-777 and it is fantastic. My highest recommendation and worth a try to anyone researching this product. The documentation often states Anarog instead of Analog, very funny to us English speaking Audiophiles but the product is top nothc. It is always satisfying when you take a risk and it is better than you could hope for. This unit removes all remnants of any digital sound I used to hear. My system is now remarkably detailed but with warmth I thought could only come from tubes.
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