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Originally Posted by Formerly YB-2
Do like the fact that the MHDT Labs Pagoda uses a DAC chip per channel in the single ended model. As the balanced model is two Pagoda in one chassis, assume they are using four (4) DAC chips. But, it is the sound that matters.
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DAC studies and the variation of different types of designs and approaches is interesting and somewhat difficult to rationalize. I.E Is 1 or 4 chips better sounding? Is one or three transformers better? Is 1 or 4 tubes better in a DAC, etc. And, Camp#2 says “fewer parts and components in the signal path is best”. I have probably favored for the more clean and simple design approach without a basis for any other confirmed direction. In the end is a single dip of ice creme or a banana split the better “flavor”. Choose your flavor and go for it as I take it now.