What DAC should I buy?


I am in the process of turning my home theater into a dedicated 2 channel system. I am selling my Lexicon DC1 and negotiating on a Sonic Frontiers Line 1 preamp. I want an external DA converter I can use with my Monarchy Jitter box, and would like the DA converter to decode HDCD signals. I want to spend less than $1K (Used). Please recommend some DACs.

Thanks.
mdomnick
Zaikesman, my beloved Theta IIIa was sadly bettered by a Bel Canto DAC2, and I didn't want to face it, either. Everything is system dependent, of course, but the Bel Canto was cleaner, clearer, more detailed and more musical. I'll be curious what you think when you get the MSB Gold.

I'd put in my recommendation for the Bel Canto DAC2, but at $1,300, it is above the price point. I've only seen one used one at $950, and that's it.
Good luck Zaik...

Let me know your results, as I will not be able to buy anything for a couple moths...who knows, I may buy your MSB:)
Alright, already...the post goes up today, if they approve it! Look for the title Upsampling Put To The Test...and bring a comfortable chair, it's a long one... :-)