Hi-Fi Choice DAC Shootout

[mrarroyo]

I wonder why the new TC7520 was not used for the test? It is supposed to be an improvement over the TC7510. I have been saving up to purchase it, but would have loved to see it compared instead of the outgoing model.

 

[Maxvla]

Looks like I chose wisely with the DACmagic.

 

[Clok]

Heh, used DACmagic going for 275£ on ebay.

 

[adamus]

I dont know how much burn in they did with the dacmagic, but out of the box it is definately on the dark sound, and slightly polite.

100hrs plus it becomes very dynamic and gains some more aggression.

 

[josep]

We still do not know the transport/s used?

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Originally Posted by mrarroyo /img/forum/go_quote.gif I wonder why the new TC7520 was not used for the test? It is supposed to be an improvement over the TC7510. I have been saving up to purchase it, but would have loved to see it compared instead of the outgoing model.

Miguel...
You better stay with your Monarchy

Josep (aka Azazel)

 

[Telix]

I love to see shootouts, thanks for the article.

 

[thathertz]

Quote:

Originally Posted by adamus /img/forum/go_quote.gif I dont know how much burn in they did with the dacmagic, but out of the box it is definately on the dark sound, and slightly polite. 100hrs plus it becomes very dynamic and gains some more aggression.

I agree wholeheartedly. The DacMagic sounded flat and uninvolving out of
the box. Thank god I was patient and as you say after 100 hours it sounds
very different. After 200 hours it is sublime

Can't stress this enough: Burn in your DM before making a decision!!!

 

[anadin]

Bake your DacMagic in a pre-heated oven at Gas Mark 5 for 1 hour everyday for 3 months, basting the DacMagic from time to time.

The DacMagic sounds so much better with a brown and crispy skin.

 

[MatsudaMan]

Quote:

Originally Posted by anadin /img/forum/go_quote.gif You missed the best bang for the money DAC out? The Musical Fidelity V-DAC at an amazing £150.

Hells yeah!