I've been reading a lot about this DAC called the
Schiit Yggdrasil. Completely new type of DAC that is apparently incredible sounding and far better than most anything even far more expensive. There are hundreds of pages of experiences and chatter on it on headfi and other forums. It's right in your price range. If I was going to drop that kind of money right now I wouldn't pass that one up. Definitely my next DAC. I think you're underestimating convenience too. Hook it up to anything with a USB and you're set. I would honestly look this thing up and start reading about it.
up to $2,500 to spend............
At crossroads....need input...
Lets say....if one has a budget of $2,500 to spend. Thinking of other digital playback options besides SACD or CD Player route.
Though not a newbie...I am not tech inclined and prefer a system that is simple. I have all the cabling neccessary for dedicated cdps...ie...rca interconnects...a nice powercord. Don't need super convenience of accessing music/songs at a mere touch of the Ipad etc etc. I really am ok with getting up to change Cds (remote a must though). I am fine with just sacd or cd (95 percent of my collection is redbook cd)...having to do without spotify or tidal is fine...at least for next 5 years.
I am after a certain SQ though. Rich and full bodied sound...I listen to jazz vocal and acoustic instrumental almost exclusively. Smooth non etched top end. Detail is nice but I am ok with sacrificing some detail for an overall smooth non fatiguing listening experience.
Am I able to get into other options in digital playback with the above budget or should I stick with the good olde SACD/CD player?
Thanks!
Lets say....if one has a budget of $2,500 to spend. Thinking of other digital playback options besides SACD or CD Player route.
Though not a newbie...I am not tech inclined and prefer a system that is simple. I have all the cabling neccessary for dedicated cdps...ie...rca interconnects...a nice powercord. Don't need super convenience of accessing music/songs at a mere touch of the Ipad etc etc. I really am ok with getting up to change Cds (remote a must though). I am fine with just sacd or cd (95 percent of my collection is redbook cd)...having to do without spotify or tidal is fine...at least for next 5 years.
I am after a certain SQ though. Rich and full bodied sound...I listen to jazz vocal and acoustic instrumental almost exclusively. Smooth non etched top end. Detail is nice but I am ok with sacrificing some detail for an overall smooth non fatiguing listening experience.
Am I able to get into other options in digital playback with the above budget or should I stick with the good olde SACD/CD player?
Thanks!