Musical Fidelity M1DACPrice: $749

Website: www.musicalfidelity.com

Hans said: The M1DAC offers a compelling amalgam of connectivity, technical performance, and musicality. A multitude of D/A converters are available for less than $1000, and while many of them are adept, the pedigree and dulcet nature behind the M1DAC’s faceplate make it a worthy contender for the budget conscious.

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The gist: Another nice DAC among the multitudes.