I've had my 160D for a few days and it's very good. My sonic memory isn't the greatest, but I'd give the resolution edge to the Benchmark. There may not be a more resolving dac at anywhere near it's price point. The Burson is also very strong! It may not have the last bit of the Benchmark's resolution, but it's more musical and it clearly has a better headphone amp.
Burson HA160D or Benchmark Dac1
Anybody heard both products in their system? It seems clear that the Burson is the better headphone amp, but what about the dacs?
I love the Benchmark's resolution, but wish it was a touch more "musical. Knowing Burson, my guess is that their dac may have more warmth and heft, but I haven't heard it.
This would be used with a cd transport, so USB is not an issue at this time. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks
I love the Benchmark's resolution, but wish it was a touch more "musical. Knowing Burson, my guess is that their dac may have more warmth and heft, but I haven't heard it.
This would be used with a cd transport, so USB is not an issue at this time. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks
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