bigfatpaulie
Headphoneus Supremus
True about reviewers - can’t stand people waxing lyrical for 2 pages just for the sake of it!
It is true that the aspects that define good sound have remained the same, but the level of technicalities that can be achieved have vastly increased/come down in price, at least with some component types, more than others.
but the reason I inquire is that from what I’ve been able to find, the Bricasti supposedly strikes a good balance between being ‘technical’, but without being bright or sharp sounding like fx chord is often accused of.
Thank you for responding by the way, was honestly not expecting to find much info about the dac, and having to pass it up as a result
I'll say this: the M1 is a really fun DAC. It's lively and energetic. Definitely one of the more toe-tapping devices out there. As with any piece of audio gear, personal preference and system synergy are the single biggest determining factors on if you will like it or not. The M1 is a top shelf DAC and goes head to head with any other top self DAC in the same weight class as far as mechanical ability (details, clarity, etc). Sure, with great scrutiny differences can be discerned and if that's they way you listen all the time, I guess to each their own... But for me, after the first month of so of critical listing I just start to lean back and see if I actually like the sound of things and forget all the measurebating.
And if I like it, ultimately, is a very personal thing. Best I can say is I really liked mine, and buy one at a fair price, just in case you don't love it.