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Outboard Dac for Bluesound Nano

Considering adding an outboard dac for my Bluesound Nano streamer.  
Current system configuration:

Bluesound Nano with Sbooster Eco Mk II LPS

Belles Aria Two Integrated Amplifier

Vandersteen VLR-CT bookshelf speakers

Skylan Speaker Stands

Audioquest Cabling and Power Conditioner

Would appreciate dac recommends given my current system.  Budget likely $1500 and below.  Laiv Udac currently at the top of my list with Denafrips Ares also under consideration.  I am impressed with the dac in the Nano, but I consider it the weak link in my system.  Your thoughts?

Gary

 

gcknapp
pingz
6 posts
 

I’ve got the Nano with an Ifi power supply. The DAC I use is the Soekris 1421 ($750) and I am very pleased. A beefed up power cable to the Soekris really made a difference. I also use a DH Labs SPDIF cable ($275)  and a preamp in the mix improves things for sure.

macg19
1,320 posts
 

Apologies I missed you already have an upgraded power supply 

vthokie83
1,222 posts
 

Bump your budget up to $2,000 and get a Denafrips Pontus 15th DAC, which is the equivalent of a Venus 12th DAC. It is one of the most enjoyable DACs anywhere under $3,000

chayro
3,092 posts
 

I would check out the Heed Abacus. Not popular around here, but very musical and satisfying. Check out the reviews. Gene Rubin is a dealer and his service is outstanding. If you have a problem he’s back to you within the hour.  He also sells Belles, I believe, so he can advise you as to whether they would work well together.  

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plain_fan
26 posts
 

I have the Bluesound N130 with a linear power supply fed by an AQ power cable.  Running an AQ coax digital cable to a Chord Qutest DAC and love it.

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