Looking to buy DAC that has decent Preamp too under 1 lakh.
Topping D90LE seems to do what I want has decent Preamplifier but people on ASR forums reporting problems with it - pops, crackles and also issues controlling the volume when using the I2S interface.
New SMSL D400EX looks good but reviews I've read so far dont seem to mention how well it works as Preamp. Volume can certainly be adjusted on it but not sure it would sound without a dedicated Preamp in the chain.
Dont really want to spend money on a dedicated Preamp so anyone know of any other contenders out there?
Topping D90LE seems to do what I want has decent Preamplifier but people on ASR forums reporting problems with it - pops, crackles and also issues controlling the volume when using the I2S interface.
New SMSL D400EX looks good but reviews I've read so far dont seem to mention how well it works as Preamp. Volume can certainly be adjusted on it but not sure it would sound without a dedicated Preamp in the chain.
Dont really want to spend money on a dedicated Preamp so anyone know of any other contenders out there?