Yes, another thread in the "recommend me"-series. Yes, I did my searching without avail. I'm looking for a DAC in the sub-1k price range that would connect with my headphone rig (Grado RS-1 + Mapletree Ear+ HD). USB input is mandatory. Are there particular DACs that "synergize" well with...

I own the former but been eyeing the latter. Would the DAC-1 be a significant upgrade from the V-DAC? I know these two belong in entirely different price groups, but are they really that far apart? According to many, the V-DAC offers incredible value whilst the DAC-1 is a tad overpriced. If...

I'm looking for a convenient and reasonably priced way to hook up my Grado RS-1's to my computer. Finding a good headphone amplifier with a built-in DAC seems like the simplest imaginable solution. I realize that getting these units separately would grant a more... audiophilic return, but...