So I'm looking for a new amp. One of that I'm considering is the xDuoo TA-30 (specifically the $499 Drop deal), which is the only one on my list with an integrated DAC, and I'm trying to figure out how to weigh that into my decision.
Presently, I'm using a 1st gen Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB interface as my primary source. 14 years old at this point, but still plenty competent. If I don't get the TA-30, I'll probably keep using it for a while yet.
So how much would other amps around the $400-600 mark be held back if they're being driven by the Scarlett, compared to the xDuoo's ES9038Q2M-based DAC? Or if I decided to upgrade, about how much would it cost to get a new DAC on par with the xDuoo's?
Presently, I'm using a 1st gen Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB interface as my primary source. 14 years old at this point, but still plenty competent. If I don't get the TA-30, I'll probably keep using it for a while yet.
So how much would other amps around the $400-600 mark be held back if they're being driven by the Scarlett, compared to the xDuoo's ES9038Q2M-based DAC? Or if I decided to upgrade, about how much would it cost to get a new DAC on par with the xDuoo's?
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