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DAC decision paralysis...please help.

Posted by Ian Mackenzie (A) on December 22, 2013 at 14:24:53

Have extensive audio experience, but am in process of buying my first stand alone DAC. Very strict criteria, very limited dealers here, no possibility of demo-ing and hearing for myself.

I am basically asking you your opinion on the sound quality of these two DAC finalists:

1. Wadia 121
2. Bel Canto DAC 2.5 (maybe DAC 3)

The strict criteria: budget less than $1,200, MUST HAVE remote control volume, must be musical.

I do not care about: PC integration/USB, new or used, headphones

I am aware of: used pricing, list prices, etc.

I am most concerned with: sound quality, soundstage, dynamics

I cannot find any: dealers in Chicago who have any of these products to audition.

I will be using this with: LFD Zero mk IV int amp, Harbeth C-7s, Oppo transport

Thanks for your help.

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