Benchmark DAC-1 Turbomod overtakes our P-3A reference

audioengr · « **on:** 28 Apr 2005, 04:59 am »

We have done a few Benchmark DAC-1's now with the Op-amp replacement. After break-in, it actually edges-out our reference P-3A when using the balanced outputs, at least in our system, which performs better balanced.

We are now also offering a SuperTurboclock3 upgrade to the Benchmark DAC-1.

Marbles · « **Reply #1 on:** 15 Jun 2006, 06:46 pm »

In single ended mode using your I2s Off Ramp from my PC the Benchmark DAC-1 is better than your modded P3a as well.

It seems cleaner, not in a sterile way, my toes were tapping...the front to back layering of the music was better as well.

This is another awesome piece, and it's not even broken in yet!!

audioengr · « **Reply #2 on:** 20 Jun 2006, 06:40 pm »

I'd have to agree. I tried the DAC-1 from both balanced and SE outputs recently and it is really good from both using the I2S interface, better than any other DAC I have modded or heard. I have some pretty spendy DAC's here too, including the Cryo-treated Dodson 218.

Steve N.