Recommendation for $<800 DAC with remote

[chewynuts]

Hi All,

 

I'm looking for a DAC with volume control and variable pre-outs with a remote control.

I was previously using a TEAC UD-301 and really like the sound but that model did not have a remote control.

I am biased towards Ti/Burr-brown really like their sound. Do not want any ESS sabre based implementations as I simply cannot get used to their sound signature.

Budget of $800 and less, prefer preowned if possible

 

Thank you for the advice in advance!

[rando]

I'm going to question if you even looked.  

 

M2Tech Young DSD DAC on CA's sibling site lying underneath that red button up top that says Marketlplace.  

[Cortes]

if SE is enough for you and can strecht a bit more you can have  a good R2R with digital preamp: Soekris 1421

[chewynuts]

Hi Guys thanks for the recommendations. Soekris looks very interesting, any idea if there's a USA retailer? 

[duxservit]

Here is a handy list of DACs. Many are under $800:

 

https://www.audiosciencereview.com/forum/index.php?threads/master-index-for-audio-hardware-reviews.2079/#post-114509

 

 

[sawdust]

Marantz HD DAC1. Well built.  Really nice sounding with a good remote.  $799.

 

https://www.stereolifemagazine.com/reviews/item/1044-marantz-hd-dac1

[Panelhead]

2 hours ago, sawdust said:

Marantz HD DAC1. Well built.  Really nice sounding with a good remote.  $799.

 

https://www.stereolifemagazine.com/reviews/item/1044-marantz-hd-dac1

  That is a very good looking unit. The chipset used is older, but still a fine choice. Wish it offered balanced outputs. 

  I am very a big believer in Marantz S.A.- Sacd disc spinners. Had a S.A.-8260, S.A.-7, and S.A.-11. All were fantastic for their time. 

  This should be a sweet sounding dac.