Hi Audiogon.  Been a member and benefited greatly for last 8 mos or so in building my first hifi system.  I figured I'd share some of my recent trials and report on my impressions. 

Let me start by stating my current configuration. It's a digital system, compr...

"After careful consideration we have decided to award the Denafrips Ares II five stars and our Alpha Approved label! Congratulations!" 

Pros

• Excellent sound

• Balanced output

• Versatility

• Price

Cons

• Changing filters is cumbersome (DENAFRIPS: Video...

Hello, Alvin.

Here is my feeling listening to this wonderful and talented DAC Denafrips Ares II, on my modest audio system.

Please again receive all my gratitude for the quality of our exchanges and the perfect service.

Warmest regards,
Jean-Louis.

The DAC Denafrips Ares I...

Hi Alvin,

I am listening to the Denefrips Ares II at this very moment. I wish you could be here to hear this. I love this DAC! It has a very clean, open sound with a deep soundstage. The music appears to be coming from behind the speakers. It’s smooth with no upper regi...