[cloud13cherish]

Hi, I did some digging with the DAC USB I'm going to buy and need to choose between Meridian explorer 2 and Geek out. Both cost the same $299, and I don't care the range of 32bit because I don't know where to get it.
Most of my music files are CD-rip and 24bit.
I use B&W P7.

Now, I just want to sure which one would be better for me . As far as I know, Explorer 2 is getting positive reviews, a good start for a new release. And also the Geek out has a lot of positive impressions, too. So as a newcomer in DAC, I need your help. Please, help me choose between these two-positive DAC USBs.

Ps. Explorer 2 has dual Xmos DSP processors. Does this make things much better? Or is Geek out's DAC is enough.
Are they both class A DAC? Not sure with Explorer 2

 

[tmac7balla]

The P7's are an amazing set of cans. When I had the p7 I had the meridian explorer first edition and thought it added a nice touch. I can't speak on the new edition of the exploer or the geek out, but I feel the meridian will be a good choice. The P7's can use a touch of warmth and help with sound stage. Hope this helps.

 

[cloud13cherish]

Thank you so much for the opinion.So it's guaranteed that Meridian Explorer goes well with B&W P7.

 

[eobet]

Can I bump this?
 
I find particularly difficult to find comparisons between these two devices (and Ressonence Herus).
 
EDIT: Found Geek vs Herus. Still no Explorer 2 vs. Geek...