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My B&K Components, Ltd, Reference 20 preamp died.
It was connected to a Carver M-1.0t mkII opt002 Restored and Upgraded amp. Together they powered Tekton Design Pendragon Full Tower speakers. My room is a large great room with vaulted ceilings.
I need a recommendation for a replacement for the preamp, but freely admit, I am greatly confused. I listen to CDs and to Spotify via my iPhone 13 and my computer.
I assume I need a DAC? Do I need a preamp in addition to a DAC? Is there a combination DAC and preamp that you would recommend?
My budget is about $2,000.00.
I was attracted to the NAD C658 Streaming DAC Review until I read amirm’s very helpful review.
I am attracted to the Topping DM7 because it meets my present needs and those in the foreable future (actuarial tables give me another 15 years).
It was connected to a Carver M-1.0t mkII opt002 Restored and Upgraded amp. Together they powered Tekton Design Pendragon Full Tower speakers. My room is a large great room with vaulted ceilings.
I need a recommendation for a replacement for the preamp, but freely admit, I am greatly confused. I listen to CDs and to Spotify via my iPhone 13 and my computer.
I assume I need a DAC? Do I need a preamp in addition to a DAC? Is there a combination DAC and preamp that you would recommend?
My budget is about $2,000.00.
I was attracted to the NAD C658 Streaming DAC Review until I read amirm’s very helpful review.
I am attracted to the Topping DM7 because it meets my present needs and those in the foreable future (actuarial tables give me another 15 years).