13-Feb-2015, 10:50
(12-Feb-2015, 23:22)Damon Wrote: I'm getting close to a D120 purchase, so for me, if there is a better product, or a worthy competitor at that price point. I'm all ears.
Hi Damon,
You might want to consider a Gato DIA-250 or DIA-400... I doubt it's a better product but it could certainly be fun to compare. The DIA-400 boasts 400W so depending on your choice of speakers this might be an advantage. Both models are cheaper than the D120, the DIA-250 considerably so. There have been some positive reviews of the Gato in various magazines and I know James at Hifi Wigwam really rated the DIA-250:
http://www.hifiwigwam.com/gato-audio-dia...-with-dac/
Guillaume
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