What is the best DAC under $2000 and why?

I'm wondering if a true bargin of a DAC is out there waiting. I have heard the Benchmark DAC is the best out there under $2000. What do you think?

ponnie05-18-2008 2:37am

audiofeil Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 4,011 posts 05-19-2008 at 03:05pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Kora Hermes at slightly over $1000 used is a great buy IMO. Much more natural sounding to my ears than the Benchmark.