[bellsprout]

I'm after a DAC and the following are my requirements
- Under $400 (but as cheap as possible)
- Good measured performance (link the review if you can) - I'm just after a simple, well engineered product that doesn't break the bank and isn't designed by ear or whatever. Not saying measurements are sufficient for my enjoyment, but someone else's experiences aren't either.
- Has optical in
- oh and solid state obv
 
Also, does anybody know where they do audio reviews with measurements, other than Stereophile?
 
 
Cheers

 

[Hellenback]

 
I use a Matrix Mini-i and don't think you can do much better for the money. I like it better than the DacMagic which costs more and has no head amp.
 
I use it solely as a DAC with a LD MKVII+ amp.
 
http://tamaudio.com/blog/?p=67