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DACs & Streaming DACs

Looking for the best DAC for your system? A DAC, or digital-to-analog converter, transforms the digital bitstream from your streaming service, CD transport, computer, or network player into an analog signal your amplifier and loudspeakers can reproduce — one of the highest-impact upgrades available in any hi-fi system.

Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada carries a curated selection of DACs and streaming DACs from Chord Electronics, NAD, Gold Note, Musical Fidelity, HiFi Rose, Accuphase, AudioQuest, Cambridge Audio, Parasound, and Quad. Our collection spans USB DACs for computer audio, network streaming DACs with built-in Roon and BluOS support, portable transportable DACs, and reference-grade standalone converters, with chip architectures including ESS Sabre, TEAC discrete delta-sigma, and Chord's proprietary FPGA-based WTA filtering.

Featured models include the NAD C 658 BluOS Streaming DAC, Gold Note DS-10 Evo, Gold Note DS-1000 Evo, Chord Hugo 2, HiFi Rose RD160, Musical Fidelity V90-DAC, and Musical Fidelity M6x DAC.

Vinyl Sound is an authorised dealer for Chord, NAD, Gold Note, Musical Fidelity, HiFi Rose, and Accuphase in Toronto, Canada, with in-store listening sessions and system matching available at our Richmond Hill, Ontario showroom.


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Parasound NC 200INT Integrated Amplifier
Parasound Parasound NC 200INT Integrated Amplifier
$1,400.00
NAD C 658 BluOS STREAMING DAC - Best price on all NAD Electronics High Performance Hi-Fi and Home Theatre at Vinyl Sound, music and hi-fi apps including AV receivers, Music Streamers, Turntables, Amplifiers models C 399 - C 700 - M10 V2 - C 316BEE V2 - C 368 - D 3045..., NAD Electronics Audio/Video components for Home Theatre products, Integrated Amplifiers C 700 NEW BluOS Streaming Amplifiers, NAD Electronics Masters Series…
NAD NAD C 658 BluOS Streaming DAC
$3,299.00
NAD D 3045 HYBRID DIGITAL DAC AMPLIFIER - Best price on all NAD Electronics High Performance Hi-Fi and Home Theatre at Vinyl Sound, music and hi-fi apps including AV receivers, Music Streamers, Amplifiers models C 399 - C 700 - M10 V2 - C 316BEE V2 - C 368 - D 3045..., NAD Electronics Audio/Video components for Home Theatre products, Integrated Amplifiers C 700 NEW BluOS Streaming Amplifiers, NAD Electronics Masters Series…
NAD NAD D 3045 Hybrid Digital Dac Amplifier
$1,099.00
MUSICAL FIDELITY V90-DAC - DAC - Musical Fidelity produces high-end audio equipment from Phono Stage, DAC, Streamer, Headphone Amplifier, Integrated Amplifier, CD Player, Preamp, Musical Fidelity V90, Musical Fidelity MX, M6 Series, M8 Series, M3 Series to Power amplifier range offers high power for a fully committed performance available at Vinyl Sound.
Musical Fidelity Musical Fidelity V90-DAC - DAC
$499.00
NAD D 3020 V2 HYBRID DIGITAL DAC AMPLIFIER | Best price on all NAD Electronics High Performance Hi-Fi and Home Theatre at Vinyl Sound, music and hi-fi apps including AV receivers, Music Streamers, Amplifiers models C 399 - C 700 - M10 V2 - C 316BEE V2 - C 368 - D 3045..., NAD Electronics Audio/Video components for Home Theatre products, Integrated Amplifiers C 700 NEW BluOS Streaming Amplifiers, NAD Electronics Masters Series…
NAD NAD D 3020 V2 Hybrid Digital Dac Amplifier
$749.00
MUSICAL FIDELITY MX-DAC - DAC - Musical Fidelity produces high-end audio equipment from Phono Stage, DAC, Streamer, Headphone Amplifier, Integrated Amplifier, CD Player, Preamp, Musical Fidelity V90, Musical Fidelity MX, M6 Series, M8 Series, M3 Series to Power amplifier range offers high power for a fully committed performance available at Vinyl Sound.
Musical Fidelity Musical Fidelity MX-DAC - DAC
$1,199.00
Musical Fidelity M6x Dac
Musical Fidelity Musical Fidelity M6x Dac
$3,199.00
CHORD HUGO 2 TRANSPORTABLE DAC/HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER | VINYL SOUND Hugo 2 is a powerful DAC and headphone amp that builds on the ground-breaking original. Designed for both home and mobile use, Hugo 2 transforms headphones and audio systems’ sound quality with its cutting-edge proprietary DAC technology.
Chord Chord Hugo 2 Transportable DAC/Headphone Amplifier
$3,499.00
Hifirose RD160 DAC | Vinyl Sound Absolute True Fidelity DAC - RD160 The RD160 elevates the details of your music to a new dimension. With its precise Digital Processing Core module, an architecture that isolates digital and analog paths for transparent and precise conversion without distortion, a fully balanced design that maintains the purity of the signal
HiFi Rose HiFi Rose RD160 DAC
$8,495.00
Musical Fidelity M8x DAC
Musical Fidelity Musical Fidelity M8x DAC
$5,499.00
Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC
Musical Fidelity Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC
$14,999.00
Parasound NC 200PRE Preamplifier
Parasound Parasound NC 200PRE Preamplifier
$1,065.00
NAD C 368 BLUOS INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER WITH MDC BLUOS CARD INSTALLED - Best price on all NAD Electronics High Performance Hi-Fi and Home Theatre at Vinyl Sound, music and hi-fi apps including AV receivers, Music Streamers, Amplifiers models C 399 - C 700 - M10 V2 - C 316BEE V2 - C 368 - D 3045..., NAD Electronics Audio/Video components for Home Theatre products, Integrated Amplifiers C 700 NEW BluOS Streaming Amplifiers, NAD Electronics Masters Series…
NAD NAD C 368 BluOS Integrated Amplifier With MDC BluOS Card Installed
$2,049.00
Get the best price on all TEAC products: TEAC UD-701N - TEAC AP-701 - TEAC NT-505-X - TEAC UD-505-X - TEAC Turntable - TEAC Amplifier - TEAC Headphone Amplifier - TEAC Integrated Amplifier- TEAC Network Audio Player - TEAC Power Amplifier - TEAC CD Player - TEAC Cassette Deck - PD301X - UD701N...
Teac UD701NB Network Audio Player/USB DAC/Headphone AMP/Preamplifier - Black
$4,599.99
NAD C 389 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier
NAD NAD C 389 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier
$2,399.00
NAD C 389 Bluos Hybrid Digital Dac Amplifier
NAD NAD C 389 Bluos Hybrid Digital Dac Amplifier
$3,099.00
Musical Fidelity M3x Dac
Musical Fidelity Musical Fidelity M3x Dac
$2,199.00
CHORD MOJO 2 DAC HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER | VINYL SOUND Mojo 2 is the most advanced DAC/headphone amplifier in the world. It plays your favourite music with class-leading detail and clarity, right up to studio-grade levels. The British designed and built Mojo 2 is the most advanced portable DAC and headphone amplifier in the world today.
Chord Chord Mojo 2 DAC Headphone Amplifier
$849.00
Hegel DAC D50
Hegel Hegel DAC D50
$5,900.00
Zesto Athena Tube DAC-1
Zesto Audio Zesto Athena Tube DAC
$22,000.00
Teac NT-507T Network Transport
Teac NT-507T Network Transport
$2,599.99

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I buy a DAC in Canada?
You can buy DACs and streaming DACs at Vinyl Sound, Toronto, Canada, an authorized dealer for Chord, NAD, Musical Fidelity, HiFi Rose and more. Our range covers USB DACs, network streaming DACs, portable models and reference standalone converters, from accessible upgrades to flagship designs. Audition a DAC at our Toronto showroom, or order online for the best price with Canada-wide shipping.
What is a DAC?
A DAC, or digital-to-analog converter, transforms the digital bitstream from a streaming service, CD transport, computer or network player into an analog signal your amplifier and speakers can reproduce. Because every digital source has to be converted to analog at some point, a dedicated DAC with a better chip and cleaner circuitry often delivers more detail, wider soundstage and lower noise than the converter built into a phone, computer or receiver. It is one of the highest-impact upgrades in any hi-fi system.
Will a DAC actually improve my sound?
Yes, in most systems. If you stream music or play files from a computer, the built-in converter is usually a weak link, and a quality external DAC reveals more resolution, better timing and a more natural tone. The improvement is greatest when you pair the DAC with a revealing amplifier and speakers or headphones. Vinyl Sound can help you choose a DAC that matches your source and system for the clearest upgrade.
What is the difference between a USB DAC, a streaming DAC and a DAC amplifier?
A USB DAC connects directly to a computer for desktop and headphone listening. A streaming or network DAC adds built-in streaming, for example the NAD C 658 with BluOS or the Teac UD-701NB network player. A DAC amplifier combines the converter and amplification in one box, such as the NAD D 3045, D 3020 V2 and C 389 hybrid digital DAC amplifiers, which is ideal for a compact all-in-one system. Vinyl Sound carries all three types across Canada.
What is the best DAC for my budget?
Vinyl Sound has strong options at every level. For an accessible start, the Musical Fidelity V90-DAC and Chord Mojo 2 deliver excellent sound, while the Musical Fidelity MX-DAC and M3x DAC step up performance. In the mid to high range, the Musical Fidelity M6x, Chord Hugo 2 and NAD C 658 are proven performers. For reference systems, the Hegel D50, Musical Fidelity M8x and Nu-Vista, HiFi Rose RD160 and Zesto Athena tube DAC represent the finest conversion we carry. All in stock with Canada-wide shipping.
Do you have portable DACs for headphones and travel?
Yes. The Chord Mojo 2 is a compact portable DAC and headphone amplifier with class-leading detail, and the Chord Hugo 2 is a transportable DAC and headphone amp designed for both home and mobile use. Both let you upgrade the sound from a phone, laptop or digital player on the go, and double as a high-quality desktop DAC at home. Available at Vinyl Sound for the best price with Canada-wide shipping.
Which DAC brands does Vinyl Sound carry?
We carry Chord, NAD, Musical Fidelity, HiFi Rose, Hegel, Teac and Zesto Audio, spanning USB, network streaming, portable and reference standalone DACs, with chip architectures including ESS Sabre, TEAC discrete delta-sigma and Chord's proprietary FPGA-based conversion. Whether you want a first upgrade or a flagship converter, we can match the right DAC to your system, all as an authorized dealer in Toronto, Canada.
Why buy a DAC from Vinyl Sound in Toronto?
Vinyl Sound is an authorized DAC dealer in Toronto, Canada, so every Chord, NAD, Musical Fidelity, HiFi Rose, Hegel and Teac unit is genuine and fully warranted. We help you match the DAC to your source, amplifier and speakers, and you can pair it with our amplifiers and streamers for a complete system. Enjoy the best price, financing options and Canada-wide shipping, or book a listening session at our Toronto showroom before you buy.