DAC 'Scam' Vid

The authors of these videos seem to forget that a DAC is more than just the DA conversion, it is also the first pre-pre-amp in your analogue chain. Similar to a photo stage. The other thing is isolation to noise. Better designed DACs are immune to upstream (and even internal) noise. Beyond this there are finer points like the clock… anyway, it’s always more than it looks like at first glance. 

Seems to me the benefits of higher dollar DACs are found in the analog conversion side and the power supply circuit.

Those who can, do, those who can’t teach or complain. 

This past weekend I finished my upgrade from a $7k Cary to a $30k plus Naim ND 555 with the separate 555DR power supply. As good as the Cary sounded in my system, the Naim is much better all around, as it should be given the price. After selling my Cary in preparation for the incoming Naim, I installed my backup DAC/Streamer, Arcam ST60, which I realized fairly quickly why I had used the Cary in place if it. For the most part, I am a believer in that you get what you pay for, within reason. That extends to all aspects of the audio equipment chain. Yes, my 22X25 foot room is treated. Yes, the rest of my system is at the level of the Naim ND555. I am pleased with the synergy amongst it all.

“Those who can, do, those who can’t teach or complain. ”

I have heard this said, and repeated by simpletons over and over. It’s ridiculously stupid.

As to the OP. If you think or anyone thinks all DACs sound the same, just buy a budget DAC and live happy. Life is too short to argue about whether anyone spends too much cash on a DAC.