Digital to Analog Converter Reviews

Ever since the advent of digital audio, the digital-to-analog converter has been a crucial piece within AV and audiophile electronics—converting digital signals into an analog format for playback through your speakers. In recent years, the rise of computer audio and other digital media applications has created a strong market for the standalone DAC.

Whether you're looking for a small, portable USB DAC to connect to your computer or a higher-end component for use with your stereo rig, check out our review archive below.


 

  • Mark Levinson Nº5805 Integrated Amplifier Reviewed

    I've said this before, I know, but I think it's worth reiterating: One of the ongoing conversations that we higher-ups here at Home Theater Review continue to have is...

  • Aurender A100 Music Server Reviewed

    The Aurender A100 music server ($3,900) is the company's entry level offering within its "A" series of Music Server/DAC combos, which also includes the A10 ($5,500) and A30 ($18,000)....

  • Denon PMA-150H Integrated Network Amplifier Reviewed

    Denon's PMA-150H Integrated Network Amplifier with HEOS ($1,099) lends some credibility to an argument I've been making for a few years now: Stereo integrated amplifiers represent one of the...

  • Lumin X1 Network Player Reviewed

    The Lumin brand was launched in 2012 by Hong Kong-based Pixel Magic Systems Ltd., a manufacturer of commercial grade receivers and set top box systems for broadcasters. Prior to...

  • Home Theater Review's Best of 2019 Awards

    As 2019 comes to a close, we at HomeTheaterReview.com look back at all the products we reviewed this year and pick the best of the bunch, from affordable favorites...

  • Naim Uniti Nova All-in-one Media Player Reviewed

    World populations are increasingly moving from rural to urban centers, making for larger cities with greater population density than ever before. We are increasingly becoming an urban world. According...

  • Krell K-300i Integrated Stereo Amplifier Reviewed

    There are few things in the AV market right now that excite me quite so much as the melding of high-end two-channel audio with the latest in video connectivity....

  • Schiit Audio Yggdrasil DAC Reviewed

    If you're looking for a flagship DAC without flagship prices, Dylan says the Schiit Audio Yggdrasil is a top tier performer with amazing value.

  • Cambridge Audio Edge NQ Preamplifier with Network Player

    When a manufacturer considers adding a new product to its lineup, there are essentially three options: replace an older product with a new one; produce a new product line...

  • Aqua La Voce S3 Discrete DAC Reviewed

    Digital-to-Analog Convertors (DACs) come in a wide variety of shapes, prices, and feature sets. Some are so small you can put a bakers' dozen into your pocket and scarcely...

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