I'm looking for a DAC/Headphone Amp and have the following use case:
1. Inputs - USB from a PC
2. Outputs - Balanced (I use powered speakers)
3. Volume - Need to be able to adjust on the DAC
4. Budget - $150 - $250 USD
5. I listen to FLAC files in a large space, so generally playing 'loud'
So far I am considering the following based on reviews on this site:
SMSL SO100 (Compromise on the Headphones, but great value for $$$).
SONCOZ LA-QXD1 (Compromise on the Headphones, Reported reliability issues).
Sabaj A10d 2022 (High end of my budget, but front-runner at the moment).
Thanks for any guidance or recommendations you can provide.
1. Inputs - USB from a PC
2. Outputs - Balanced (I use powered speakers)
3. Volume - Need to be able to adjust on the DAC
4. Budget - $150 - $250 USD
5. I listen to FLAC files in a large space, so generally playing 'loud'
So far I am considering the following based on reviews on this site:
SMSL SO100 (Compromise on the Headphones, but great value for $$$).
SONCOZ LA-QXD1 (Compromise on the Headphones, Reported reliability issues).
Sabaj A10d 2022 (High end of my budget, but front-runner at the moment).
Thanks for any guidance or recommendations you can provide.