[nothing4me]

Can anyone please suggest DAC/Amps for the LCD-2 (rev 2) under the following conditions?

1. Desktop solution, not portable (unless it's cheaper).
2. Can be a combo or a single unit but must be under $300.
3. I'd like to try out a tube, but it's not necessary.

 
Thank you.
 
Edit: I was thinking the O2 + ODAC? (Check this link)
Edit2: Forget it, I ordered the O2 + ODAC due to its measurements.

 

[NA Blur]

I have tested the O2 + ODAC and it works pretty well with the LCD-2 / LCD-3.  The biggest problem I noticed is a severe channel imbalance at low volumes, but at higher volumes the O2 is quite transparent.  Having something with a tad more power may give you a little more headroom, but the O2 certainly drives the LCD-2 to high volumes.