Best DAC to also use as a preamp


I'm thinking of selling my Cary tube pre and investing the extra money in a higher quality DAC that I could direct connect with my solid state amp. I'd say below $5K new or used. Thanks!
larrybou
That's a risky move. I wouldn't make any changes without having a really good demo for whatever you are looking to buy.
http://www.audiostream.com/content/empirical-audio-overdrive-se-usb-dacpre

steve N.
Empirical Audio
My vote is for the Easter Electic MiniMax DAC that has been fully modified. In the stock form I find it to be enjoyable but others have stated if you swap opamps and roll various tubes you can get improved sonic performance.