I take possession of Tekton DI SE speakers this week. I get the long wait. It seems there are polarizing opinions on this brand but since you like R&R it might be a very good match for you. I have three DACs. I have an older Benchmark DAC1 USB and a Schiit Bifrost Uber and Bifrost 2. I don’t really hear huge differences in sound between the three BUT I would say the the two Schitts sound more organic and natural. But it’s worth noting, Schiit are newer designs, the Benchmark is getting old now. What I want most in a DAC is analog sound. I want natural sound and no harshness on top end, and I want the DAC to reveal lower freqs. I like the mid freqs to sound like tubes, very smooth. I would like the DAC to sound like a $20K turntable with no hiss, pops and clicks and dynamic, lively, with a great separation of instruments.
How do you make a final decision on a DAC
Thank you all for helping me along the way. I've been trying to decide on a DAC for my 2 channel system. I listen to JUST R&R 60's, 70's, 80's more or less and stream from my windows based Pc Via Amazon HD (which I really enjoy) loudly currently through my Benchmark DAC 3B, and my Audiolab 6000 Transport. Associated equipment: Should be here this week after waiting 7 months, ATI amp, 6002, Benchmark Line amp LA-4, Tekton SE Double Impacts and an SVS sb 4000 sealed sub. Really enjoy. A ceiling of 5K is somewhat available, # 1 choice is Denafrips Terminator 2, (a little nervous as once you order it's yours) Audio Mirror Tubadour 3 SE, Aqua La Voce 3. Don't really want a preamp/Dac combo, just a DAC. Listen in a very large shop area with great acoustics. ( just by chance.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Pulling hair out at this point, what little there is. Thanks as always Robert TN ps service is a big priority!!!!
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