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Any Hegel H390 owners using Hegel D50 DAC?

Having tried two well-regarded r2r DACs with disappointing results, I’m now wondering whether it might make sense to demo the D50, which, for some reason, rarely gets mentioned here.

If you want to suggest alternatives,  please be aware that 1) I only buy what can be auditioned at home and returned and 2) my budget is 6K. 

Thanks!

stuartk
stuartk OP
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@mdalton 

Am a huge fan of the Goldnote DS10 Evo, with optional power supply.  

 

Thanks. Who sells this with a return option? 

 

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mdalton
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No idea.  You should look for local dealer.  You can also call HiFi Heaven or someplace else that carries the brand.

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mdalton
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Also The Cable Company in New Hope, Pa. Forgot they carried brand. Am big fan of this dealer.  Excellent service.

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stuartk OP
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@mdalton 

I've been a customer of the Cable Co. for some time. I agree about their service. 

I see the DS-10 is a streamer/dac. I prefer physical media (CDs) so I don't know that putting my money into a component that offers features I will not use is the best approach but thanks for the suggestion. The Hegel D50 is simply a DAC. Nothing more. 

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