Most dacs and amps with volume control have a subpar preamp if you compare it to a higher end serious preamp. The preamp will undoubtably improve sound in a larger, easier to hear way than most dacs. Yet, most head-fiers ignore this vital part of the system. They seem to think it is for speakers only.
If you havent tried a preamp with your higher end system….you must try it! I can stress this enough.
If you havent tried a preamp with your higher end system….you must try it! I can stress this enough.