Anedio D1 DAC

http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/528473/review-anedio-d1-dac-my-new-reference-dac

That's a link to my detailed review. In summary:

The best DAC I've ever heard. The only thing that matched it was the MBL 1511E which is a $9000 DAC. The Anedio is identical in sound, at a much lower price, thus by far a better DAC. Please read my review for further info.

In one word: Stunning.

The best DAC I've heard bar none.

Stunning details.

Stunning clarity.

Stunning texture.

Stunning soundstage.

Stunning resolution.

Stunning neutrality.

Stunning musicality.

Expensive but still a real bargain.

Not for those looking for a colored and romantic tube sound but for everyone else it's hard to see how you could go wrong.

A DAC that will make you rediscover your music collection.

The D2 has balanced outputs and a slightly better headphone amp but if that doesn't interested you a second hand D1 is excellent if you can find one.