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Best DAC ?

I want to buy a DAC, do you have any recommendations.

My system components are;
LS26(PreAmp) >> REF210(PowerAmp) >> Peak Consult Grande.

If any suggestion for a DAC I will be appreciated
nickodavidoff
lloydelee21
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Hi Charles1Dad,

Yes, that is exactly the impression I get from people I have spoken to. Lets say if I did not have the Zanden, I would personally investigate: Light Harmonic, Trinity, TotalDAC, MSB, Ypsilon, and then if I really felt the need to go all out, I could hold my breath and do a shootout against the Vivaldi. I have heard the Vivaldi but not done a proper shootout.
foster_9
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Best DAC? One of the most experienced guys here and at computeraudiophile.com on the subjects of DACs is Audiogon forum member Bhobba. If I was looking for the best DAC at certain price points, I'd try to communicate with him.
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dweller
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Oooooh! The best-est DAC in the whole world???
I'm Thinkin' Theta, ARC, DCS.
sonicdead
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Ayre QB-9 DSD if in the budget. Amazing with DSD upgrade.
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jwt
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Berkeley Alpha DAC 2 w/ USB smokes nearly anything made, holds it own against 100,000 dollars analog set up. A very good pre amp is needed however for this to happen.
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