Benchmark DAC1, exc cond

steveinaz
steveinaz Posts: 19,538
edited April 2009 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
For Sale: Benchmark DAC1 (Black, rack mount front)*

I purchased this DAC new in March 2005 from Benchmark Media's website. Reviews are everywhere on this great DAC, so I won't bore you with audiophile banter. This is NOT the USB version.

The unit is in excellent 9/10 condition. There are no visable flaws. It is in a smoke-free, rug-rat free home. It will include everything from the factory, and you'll get your choice of either a Signal Cable 1mtr dig coax cable (RCA-RCA) or a DH Labs D-75 1mtr dig coax cable (RCA-BNC). Both are excellent, take your pick.

The unit has 3 digital inputs; Coaxial via BNC or RCA (adapter provided), AES-EBU on XLR, or Toslink. There are 2 outputs, unbalanced RCA and balanced XLR. The IEC power cord is removable/upgradable. The unit can be used in fixed output DAC mode, or in varible output DAC/preamp mode; selectable by a switch on the rear. It also includes Benchmarks excellent headphone section with 2 headphone jacks.

Money order only, CONUS only.

$675 shipped.
*NOTE: I cannot ship this unit before 6 April.

The attached pic was taken on: 3/27/2009. The price is firm and the DAC1 will be here for 1 week, then it's off to Audiogon. I have reviewed pricing on this at the 'gon, my price is extremely good, especially given its outstanding condition. The first commitment to buy gets it, I don't do "dibs" money talks and **** walks. Payments are a possibility with respected members, not a problem--PM me.

Why am I selling? To buy another Benchmark; this time the DAC1 PRE.

You will love this piece.
Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • Hobbyguy
    Hobbyguy Posts: 317
    edited March 2009
    you are right this is a nice price....If I hadn't already purchased the wavelength Brick I would be all over this.
    Have you had any problems with computer drop-outs?
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited March 2009
    Never used it with my computer.
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited March 2009
    This listing will end 1 Apr...the cheapest DAC1 on Audiogon $740!
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited March 2009
    Bump. I'd like to see a Polkie get this too.
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited March 2009
    $650 shipped and your choice of 1 of the following:

    1. DH Labs D-75 1mtr BNC-RCA dig coax
    2. Signal cable 1mtr RCA-RCA dig coax
    3. Belden 1694A 1mtr BNC-RCA dig coax

    going...going...
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited April 2009
    Some better pics I took today. Minty ain't she:
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited April 2009
    $650 shipped is a steal for one of these units. Never had the opportunity to get my ear on one of 'em, but I can certainly vouch for the value of a good DAC. A very underrated component in the audio food chain.
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited April 2009
    SOLD!!

    A polkie got it, OUTSTANDING. Enjoy!
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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