Benchmark MK1 or Naim DAC

[Macspur]

Hi all,

I know nothing about this subject at all, so would appreciate any helpful comments to sway me one way or the other.

As you can see from my signature I have a Naim CD5XS CDP, which I am very happy with, but I am looking for a bit more depth and detail to what I'm hearing.

Firstly would the DAC give me this? and if so which one is better? I know the Naim is a lot more expensive, but does that necessarily mean better results?

Thank you in advance.

Sugden A21L amp, Naim CD5XS CDP, Chord Cobra3 i.c. ProAc Studio 130 speakers.

 

[chebby]

If the DAC is only going to be for improving your CD then don't bother.

How about a recent (2008) example of the CDX2 (£3466 new) on ebay for £1470 on 'buy it now' and still have the money from your CD5XS when you sell it?

Bargain!

(Nothing to do with me or anyone I know I should add.)

Better than forking out £2040 for a DAC that may (or may not) improve things.

 

[Macspur]

chebby:

If the DAC is only going to be for improving your CD then don't bother.

How about a recent (2008) example of the CDX2 (£3466 new) on ebay for £1470 on 'buy it now' and still have the money from your CD5XS when you sell it?

Bargain!

(Nothing to do with me or anyone I know I should add.)

Better than forking out £2040 for a DAC that may (or may not) improve things.

Thanks Chebby, the dealer did in fact suggest that as an option. Not really in a position to splash the cash yet, but will certainly bare it in mind.

Sugden A21L amp, Naim CD5XS CDP, Chord Cobra3 i.c. ProAc Studio 130 speakers.

 

[Anonymous]

If you're spending that kind of money, go audition instead.