I am currently auditioning the Audiologix 24 MXL and an Empirical Audio modified ECD-1.
They are both excellent dacs and significantly better than my stock ECD-1 in my system.
The Audiologic is more 3-D in its images and has a more laid back presentation (although it has very nice PRAT and good dynamics). The HF is very good and there is lots of detail without it seeming forced. I also really like the way voices sound - very seductive and intoxicating.
The EA ECD-1 is more agressive and dynamic. The leading edge is more prominent and there is even more detail than the Audiologic. HF extension and clarity is the best I have heard. If you want something that presents a totally clear window? This is it!!
My ideal dac would be a combination of both and still be "afforable".
I will hopefully be hearing a fully loaded (Platinum version) Sony 999 Modwright unit in the near future as well.
I know you said dac, but if it is better...
George
They are both excellent dacs and significantly better than my stock ECD-1 in my system.
The Audiologic is more 3-D in its images and has a more laid back presentation (although it has very nice PRAT and good dynamics). The HF is very good and there is lots of detail without it seeming forced. I also really like the way voices sound - very seductive and intoxicating.
The EA ECD-1 is more agressive and dynamic. The leading edge is more prominent and there is even more detail than the Audiologic. HF extension and clarity is the best I have heard. If you want something that presents a totally clear window? This is it!!
My ideal dac would be a combination of both and still be "afforable".
I will hopefully be hearing a fully loaded (Platinum version) Sony 999 Modwright unit in the near future as well.
I know you said dac, but if it is better...
George