Rega DAC

24 reviews

May, 2025

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 24 reviews of Rega DAC. The average rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other Audio Systems for all reviews.

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Audio Systems the Rega DAC is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Rega DAC-R review

A good DAC from Rega, but can it give its rivals a run for their money?

An exciting and insightful sound ; Expressive dynamics and surefooted with rhythms ; Sturdy build

The USB input loses some of the magic

The DAC-R is one of the best sounding DACs at this price provided you avoid the USB input

Feb, 2016

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Expert review by (whathifi.com)

Rega DAC

Got the budget? Got the system? Hear the Rega

Beefy build ; natural, unforced, dynamic and detailed sound

Irrelevant suite of filtering options

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Expert review by : Phil Gold (canadahifi.com)

Rega DAC Exclusive Review

Roy Gandy's Rega Research has a stellar record of producing fine source components, often combining high performance with innovative physical design at a relatively modest price point. Many readers will be familiar with the pioneering Rega Planar 2 and...

Apr, 2011

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Expert review by : Stereophile (stereophile.com)

Expert Review

I urge readers interested in the Rega DAC to contact Mr. Darwin with their thoughts. But to clarify one point: While Steve Daniels did indeed urge me to talk to Rega's Paul Gandy about our coverage of the Rega DAC, I wasn't sure what purpose this would...

Feb, 2012

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Expert review by : Jez Ford (avhub.com.au)

Rega DAC

Got a load of music files on your computer? Looking for a USB DAC from a reputable hi-fi company which you can place between the computer and your hi-fi, to translate these digital files to beautiful music? Wanting to play the new breed of Studio...

SPDIF conversion up to 24-bit/192kHz ; Great analogue output stage ; Filter fun

USB tops out at 16-bit/48kHz ; Requires bridge for higher USB rates from computer

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