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7 mistakes to avoid with a DAC
By Becky Roberts last updated
Seven things to consider that could help you choose the right DAC or get more out of the one you already own…

We tested three excellent DACs in a head-to-head – and found the ultimate desktop upgrade
By Kashfia Kabir published
Three neat, desktop solutions compete to bring high-fidelity music to your laptop/phone and wired headphones set-up

iFi Go Link 2
By Harry McKerrell published
The iFi Go Link 2 DAC is a portable, affordable way to get your smartphone or laptop-based music sounding a good deal better.

iFi's dinky DAC is designed to be a lightweight, affordable way to get your smartphone sounding its best
By Harry McKerrell published
The iFi Go Link 2 may be small, but it has big shoes to fill

Rotel DX-3
By Ketan Bharadia published
Rotel’s flexible DX-3 DAC/headphone amp sports a new look for the brand and delivers a well-rounded sound.

The king of portable headphone DACs is dead – but what a run it had
By Alastair Stevenson published
The dragon has finally been slain…

The iDSD Phantom DAC promises iFi’s “most accomplished” audio yet
By Joe Svetlik published
Builds on the former flagship Pro iDSD in almost every way

Best DACs 2026: USB, desktop and portable digital-to-analogue converters
By Becky Roberts last updated
Best Buys Give your phone, laptop or hi-fi system the audio boost it probably needs
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