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Which Benchmark products are right for me?

Where do I start?

Which model DAC should I buy?

The Benchmark Product Line

Benchmark manufactures DACs, preamplifiers and power amplifiers. This video explains the various models and recommends several different system configurations. It also explains the upgrade path if you wish to incrementally build the ultimate benchmark system.

Made in USA

Designed, assembled and tested in Syracuse, NY, USA.

The DAC3 HGC is Benchmark's top-of-the-line digital to analog converter. Benchmark's DAC1, DAC2 and DAC3 converters can be found in many of the finest recording studios. When added to a home hi-fi system, Benchmark DACs are the fist step in building a studio-quality signal chain.

Our products bring the studio experience to your listening room.  

Get the most out of your Benchmark DAC!

There are some hidden features in the Benchmark DAC2 and DAC3 that can be enabled by moving some of the internal jumpers.

• Change the XLR Output Level
• Adapt the Headphone Gain to Match your Headphones
• Disable the Headphone Mute Switch

If you are using a separate preamplifier with your Benchmark DAC, then this video is for you!

Benchmark DACs Can Be Used With or Without a Separate Preamplifier

Most Benchmark DACs include preamplifier functions such as a volume control and audio input selection. These DACs are designed to directly drive virtually any audio power amplifier without the need for a separate preamplifier.

Nevertheless, if you chose to add an external preamplifier, you will want to change some of the programable features in your Benchmark DAC.

Learn How to Enable the Preamplifier Compatibility Functions in Your Benchmark DAC

All Benchmark DACs include special functions to make it easy to integrate a separate preamplifier. The DAC volume control, DIM function, and MUTE function can be bypassed collectively or individually, according to the needs of your system.