Cheap DAC

aiconn
aiconn Posts: 277
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I picked up an Adcom GTP-600, and I'm moving on to step 2, finding a cheap DAC to connect my computer, and cable box. It needs to have USB and toslink inputs. The cable box does have RCA and coax digital outputs, but I've found using anything other than toslink introduces a nasty ground loop into the system. Does anyone have suggestions in the under $200 range?
PS Audio Stellar Gain Cell DAC/Preamp
Denon DVD 2910
Quad 12L Active Monitors
Marin Logan Dynamo 700W
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  • mantis
    mantis Posts: 17,194
    If you can spend a bit more I have a NAD DAC for sale in the Flea Market.
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  • Irrenhaus
    Irrenhaus Posts: 1,089
    Here

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  • rooftop59
    rooftop59 Posts: 8,121
    A few years old but still a good deal:
    https://www.ebay.com/itm/Peachtree-Audio-DAC-iT-X-Digital-to-Analog-Converter/123868517685
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  • aiconn
    aiconn Posts: 277
    I picked up the NAD D-1050 from @Mantis. I've tried everything but the USB input, and so far so good.
    PS Audio Stellar Gain Cell DAC/Preamp
    Denon DVD 2910
    Quad 12L Active Monitors
    Marin Logan Dynamo 700W
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