used or new

[Taz]

I am in the process of building a new system but am limited by cost, I will need a Dac or DACcombo like a streamer or amp or cd, I have never had a good stand-alone dac but I have seen the following used Arcam airdac, Beresford caimen, and a few others, I know these are getting on a bit now so would I be better with one of the plethoras of cheap £200 to spend on one unless it's a combo with amp, cd etc thanks. Also, I listen to 80's rock and female vocalists among other things but they are my big love, i still have no idea which amp and cd player to buy but my current speakers which i already have and are unused are CA s80's and a pair of AKG Y50BT headphones which came today brand new for just £30!.

 

[AMR / iFi audio]

If you're looking for a DAC with some additional functionality, I highly recommend the ZEN Blue V2, ZEN Air Blue, and the ZEN One Signature. They're packed to the gills with useful tech and provide a great sound, all you need to do is pick your budget.