A new dac?
Guys, help me out here.
My dac which I've been using for a number of years now is a Mytek Stereo192 DSD.
Came out in 2013, I think and was $1600 retail.
Still think it sounds good, but I've nothing to compare it to.
My question: If you are familiar with this dac or similar, what would I have to spend minimum to better it, and what do you think will better it?
I enthusiastically await the responses of the cognoscenti. (Wanted to use that word in a sentence since I read it in Calvin and Hobbes!)
Thanks, guys. This is my system until my new forever home is built. I’m going to have a dedicated music room, then upgrade everything. I’m terribly sorry it doesn’t meet your standards. @ozzy62 , the Ares2 is looking like a contender. @audphile1 , thanks but more than I’m willing to spend. Like to keep it under $1000. Sorry, should have mentioned that. @oddiofyl , yes, always a good idea. Also, a decent streamer that is comparable to my current gear? Thanks again, guys! |
@deep_333 room acoustics and subs (in some use cases) I agree with. But the rest of your suggestions are tweaks that can’t compete with a component upgrade. Angela Yeung is Gilbert Yeung of the Blue Circle fame.
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Here is a good DAC for just over $1000. It will perform better than the Ares II. It may be good enough to last you a long time. https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650267152-denafrips-pontus-ii-12th-anv-firmware-edition/ |
At around $1000 on used market you can pick up a Benchmark DAC 3 B. I never tried your particular DAC but demoed Mytek Brooklyn II in my system and I like the Benchmark better. Another option would be a PS Audio DSD MkI. Different sound signature than the benchmark. Not as quiet when it comes to noise floor but is a bit more laid back. |
