Roberti7
Member
Hello guys, I am seeking for a DAC, never had one that I want to use to listen to my collection of CDs and DSD files.
I have started to make research on this thing for the last few months and I got to a point where I don't know where to go with.
To be honest, I am afraid of the Chinese if I encounter any issues I will have only a "brick" on my desk. I would prefer a non-Chinese manufacturer of audio equipment, even though one of my option is Chinese brand. I really want a reliable piece of equipment to work for a few years, like 5-10 years if possible.
I have to admit the budget is quite tight of about $500-600 (approximately 3.000 RON - Yes, I live in Romania, Eastern Europe).
My main source will be an old Mac Mini, and a few OptiPlexes. So, mainly PCs. And I will also love to have multiple S/PDIF and Coaxial, if possible.
I am thinking about the following DACs:
- SMSL SU-9n
- Atoll Electronique DAC100 Signature
What would you recommend? Please come with opinions, options and please let's debate a little.
My listening preferences are the following:
I am fan of old vintage analogue sound, since I have multiple Technics amps such as SU-Z11, SU-V450 and SU-V570. I love the warmth sound of those amplificators, and it's relaxed approach without coloration for very high pitched notes and any coloration at all. In other words, transparent with a little bit of warmth.
I listen to a lot of Electronic Dance Music (Progressive House, Electro House, Uplifting Trance), Electronica, some 80-90's Rock like Dire Straits (those are the favourites of my father).
Thank you very much.
I have started to make research on this thing for the last few months and I got to a point where I don't know where to go with.
To be honest, I am afraid of the Chinese if I encounter any issues I will have only a "brick" on my desk. I would prefer a non-Chinese manufacturer of audio equipment, even though one of my option is Chinese brand. I really want a reliable piece of equipment to work for a few years, like 5-10 years if possible.
I have to admit the budget is quite tight of about $500-600 (approximately 3.000 RON - Yes, I live in Romania, Eastern Europe).
My main source will be an old Mac Mini, and a few OptiPlexes. So, mainly PCs. And I will also love to have multiple S/PDIF and Coaxial, if possible.
I am thinking about the following DACs:
- SMSL SU-9n
- Atoll Electronique DAC100 Signature
What would you recommend? Please come with opinions, options and please let's debate a little.
My listening preferences are the following:
I am fan of old vintage analogue sound, since I have multiple Technics amps such as SU-Z11, SU-V450 and SU-V570. I love the warmth sound of those amplificators, and it's relaxed approach without coloration for very high pitched notes and any coloration at all. In other words, transparent with a little bit of warmth.
I listen to a lot of Electronic Dance Music (Progressive House, Electro House, Uplifting Trance), Electronica, some 80-90's Rock like Dire Straits (those are the favourites of my father).
Thank you very much.