I've personally tried a handful of DAC's in the $1k - $3k range, and by far, the best I've sampled is the North Star m192 mk2. I've sold all my other DAC's, this is the only one I own now. The soundstage is absolutely huge - real, 3D, holographic, whatever you want to call it, it feels like you're there. I love it.
FYI I'm using it with Decware Zen Torii mk3 and Tyler Acoustics Taylo Reference speakers.
FYI I'm using it with Decware Zen Torii mk3 and Tyler Acoustics Taylo Reference speakers.