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Pull the trigger on $459 SMSL SU-9 or other?
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That or Soncoz SGD1 or Gustard X16. All competent enough, choose the one with versatility (inputs, output, etc.), design, ... that suit you the most.
The SU-9 looks great, but if you don't want MQA then you could get a cheaper DAC with similar functionality. Topping D50s comes to mind.
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I should have mentioned my setup uses XLR.
I went ahead and pulled the trigger on the SMSL. I'll let you all know how it goes.
The upshot is I purchased my DC-1 almost 6 years ago for $300 and I just sold it for $429... I just needed something with BT built in.
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Sorry. XLR definitely rules out the D50s. As I say, I really do like the look of the SU-9. I'm sure that it will work out for you.
I bought the SMSL DA-8s a few months ago and was amazed by the performance. I just purchased the SU-8 and connected with XLR. Again, I'm amazed.
I considered the SU-9 but couldn't talk myself into paying for the MQA. I have the Blue Note MQA collection and think it sounds fine when reproduced with MQA but I prefer DSD. So, MQA isn't important to me yet. My dollars go into DAPs and Headphones.
The DA-8s/SU-8 is for my near-field AudioEngine HDP6 (not-very-efficient) monitors in my home office. Perfect for my needs.
I considered the SU-9 but couldn't talk myself into paying for the MQA. I have the Blue Note MQA collection and think it sounds fine when reproduced with MQA but I prefer DSD. So, MQA isn't important to me yet. My dollars go into DAPs and Headphones.
The DA-8s/SU-8 is for my near-field AudioEngine HDP6 (not-very-efficient) monitors in my home office. Perfect for my needs.
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I definitely looked at the SU-8. But the wife needs BT and I wanted something with a decent sized display. So those were two items I didn't want to negotiate on.
I sold my DC-1 for $429 so that brings my net price to $49.
Since I setup another room for my 2.0 I found myself not using my headphones. So that need went away with the DC-1. I hope I haven't made a mistake
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