[Mcberto]

Sorry if this has been addressed before.
 
I'm currently looking for a DAC to pair with my HD 800's.
 
The amp that I'm currently using is the Schiit Vali and Vahalla 2.
 
 
Looking for a good detailed DAC that pairs well with the HD 800 that comes under $1000 USD preferably.
 
 
Thanks for taking a look.

 

[TheJosablo]

People have said to stay away from any Sabre DACs because of added brightness to the headphones. I would say to match your Schiit and get a fully upgraded Bifrost from them. That would be about 50% your budget, and from there on I think the sound quality gets better very marginally or unnoticeable. If you really want to get up there with DAC get a Meier Audio Daccord, or a Woo Audio Fireflies WA7. I don't know what else I can recommend as those are the ones I've heard that I like the best. Cheers!