Thanks Luke, the DA8 is in a completely different class. Not as as many features of course but it is a true hi-end dac which the 28 is not imo. I would be comparing the DA8 to the nfb-7. Unfortunately I haven't heard the 7 but have owned the far more expensive Ref 7.1 and would rate the DA8 at the same level or slightly higher, depending on your Sound preferences & NOS vs SD, Dac only vs head amp & preamp etc. I still would take the DA8 over the Ref 7.1 in a heart beat, & given the choice I would take it over the nfb-7 too (Although I would love to hear it!)
Features aside, the Yulong D18 also was ahead of the 28 imo. Just sooo musical - if thats your thing. & the combo of musical and the sabre 9018 chip is usually pretty magic!
When it comes to comparing Yulong & Audio GD - the right comparison for the D200 is the 28 imo.
Hope that helps a bit.
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