I recently decided to invest in the Ithaka DAC, which features a TriodeFet output stage instead of the inverted triode technology utilized in the Legend Series. The Kassandra & LE is based upon SET Output Stage.
With my extensive experience with various DACs, the Ithaka has captured my attention more than any other Aries Cerat DACs. Despite already owning the Kassandra, the pure resolution and absence of digital harshness in the sound of the Ithaka have truly impressed me. The music flows smoothly with a natural and organized tonality, drawing no undue attention to itself. Surprisingly, the DAC manages to make digital files sound remarkably analog. It's one of those rare moments where I find it difficult to articulate what I'm hearing, yet I am thoroughly enjoying the experience.
Prior to acquiring the Kassandra, I had owned the Playback Designs Dream and Syrah, various MSB models, both models of Aqua Acoustics, Lampi Big 7, Psaudio, Totaldac, and several others that didn't quite capture my interest. Additionally, I had borrowed various DACs from friends.
With my extensive experience with various DACs, the Ithaka has captured my attention more than any other Aries Cerat DACs. Despite already owning the Kassandra, the pure resolution and absence of digital harshness in the sound of the Ithaka have truly impressed me. The music flows smoothly with a natural and organized tonality, drawing no undue attention to itself. Surprisingly, the DAC manages to make digital files sound remarkably analog. It's one of those rare moments where I find it difficult to articulate what I'm hearing, yet I am thoroughly enjoying the experience.
Prior to acquiring the Kassandra, I had owned the Playback Designs Dream and Syrah, various MSB models, both models of Aqua Acoustics, Lampi Big 7, Psaudio, Totaldac, and several others that didn't quite capture my interest. Additionally, I had borrowed various DACs from friends.
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