Benchmark Media Systems DAC1 Pre Gently used, excellent quality

After a lot of research, I bought this DAC here on Audiogon 4 years ago. I wanted a DAC whose quality was at the gateway to the high-end, but whose price was reasonable. I drooled over the $10k and up DACs, but hell, when it comes down to it, I’ve got more sense than that. You do too I bet. I chose this one and it’s been great! 

My listening habits: about once a month (if I’m lucky) I would listen to high resolution flacs from hdtracks. Usually Blues for Allah, Ben Harper, Elvis Live, Sinatra at the Sands, or Pink Floyd. I have 4 young children, consequently, after bedtime was the only time I could listen to it. But they were sleeping so I couldn’t play it loudly. Now we’re remodeling our house and it’s time to part with a dedicated stereo system (I have other listings too). This DAC has very few hours on her.

I’ve always loved this DAC from day 1. It can be configured with a fixed volume output for control from an amp or a preamp, or it can be configured with a variable volume output to go either to a headphone or an amp with no volume control. And this DAC is just a notable for its headphone stage as for its DAC capabilities. I've tried it every way and have enjoyed it. With the proper USB or SP/DIF inputs, it can even decode 24/192 files. You’ll enjoy it too.

I’ve taken extra special care of it. Packaging will be in the original factory box with proper foam cutouts. It comes with the original manual.

Please look at the numerous photos, from every possible angle. I’ve put high resolution photos on Flickr here https://www.flickr.com/photos/racecannon/sets/72157646470703753/ and on iCloud here https://www.icloud.com/photostream/#A7GWZuqDGWdBRn

There are several reviews online. I won’t link to them here. Google is everybody’s friend.

Shipping… the dimensions are 22”x18”x7” and 7 pounds. It will come from Opelika, AL 36801 and it will be double boxed. You can figure shipping to your zip code yourself. The price will be added into the purchase price. No handling charge. I’ll take it straight to UPS or FedEx, or even the Post Office.

Payment… personal check is fine. So is wire. Paypal too, plus the paypal fee of course. I think it’s about 2.9%. Lcoal pickup, but I foresee that as unlikely. Anyway, whatever it turns out to be.

Write me with any questions or offers. It’s been in a non-smoking home.

Thanks for looking and happy listening.