KeithL
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Post by KeithL on Sept 25, 2023 11:33:26 GMT -5
If you've already purchased and XDA-3 please tell us all why you decided to buy a DAC (or this particular DAC).
If you're still deciding, but are favoring the XDA-3, check the features that you consider important.
Please check all that apply.
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Post by audiobliss on Mar 9, 2024 23:14:36 GMT -5
You should add the 12v triggers to the list. They are a real plus, and not standard on most equipment.
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Post by stumpypete on Mar 13, 2024 5:29:25 GMT -5
I purchased the XDA-3 1 month ago. I wanted a preamp, and I already had a schiit bifrost. Saw reviews by cheapaudioman and audiophiliac. I was curious so I dug a little deeper. I just needed a basic preamp and I wasn't thrilled with the bifrost. The XDA-3 checked all of the boxes so i pulled the trigger. I was not disappointed! Huge sound stage, and great separation of instruments. Much better than the bifrost. I love the metal remote! It does exactly what I want without unnecessary bells, whistles, and clutter.
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Post by PaulBe on Mar 15, 2024 8:26:07 GMT -5
My XDA-3 continues to be a pleasure in listening and use. It's one of my more satisfying audio purchases.
A few points:
The longer remote is nice. I dislike a smaller remote where the buttons are so far down on the remote that I have to use two hands to use it.
I would like it if the form factor was 1/2 rack or full rack. Both 1/2 rack and full rack are useful.
I'm glad I had a chance to experiment with very hi-rez, 352K and 384K, but in practice, it makes no difference.
The different filter settings were also fun to play with, but it is more of a toy and differences are very subtle. I settled on one and use it. I suppose it's a good feature if just to confirm the subtlety of the differences.
For me, One more balanced and unbalanced input would make it a full preamp - though an inexpensive outboard switch-box would suffice.
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