The Audio Research Reference DAC Digital Media Bridge is a high-end streamer / network player, DAC, and preamp rolled into one. It has volume control, and just about any digital input you can think of. In addition, the ARC Ref DAC is equipped with the same power supply and tube output stage as the ARC Reference 5 SE line-stage preamp.
Asking Price: $5,990 SOLD
Purchased new a little over 3 years ago, this is a beautiful unit in excellent condition. It has minimal cosmetic wear. Everything will come with all its original accessories and will ship in its original packaging. Note: during heavy rains this past winter, some seeped into garage where shipping materials were stored. As a result, the shipping box got stained. That is to say, the box is water stained, but is not “water damaged” (see photos).
This unit uses a 20 Amp power cord (not included). All tubes have been removed for transport. Tube dampers left in place.
Shipping to anywhere in CONUS is included. Payment is via bank Wire Transfer, PayPal, or major credit card. Wire transfer is preferred. For credit card and PayPal payments, a 3% fee will be added to invoice. All “reasonable” offers considered. Low ballers will be kindly ignored. Please take a look at my other listings.
Here’s what a couple of reviewers had to say about the Reference DAC:
“Cut to the chase, the Reference DAC produced some of the most refined sounds I’ve encountered in all my years in the business.” Jason Kennedy, HiFi+
“A fabulous digital preamp with an ‘analogue sound’, the Reference DAC is an important addition to Audio Research’s portfolio. Recordings pushed into the DAC’s USB and S/PDIF inputs sound enchanting, providing an open listening window for audiophiles with high-end systems.” John Bamford, Hi-Fi News
Check out a full review from ARC website:
www.audioresearch.com/ContentsFiles/ARC_RefDAC_HFC.pdf
