The Absolute Sound included the Stellar DAC in its listings of best DACs under $5,000, with a YouTube video review. TAS noted, “In the ever evolving landscape of digital audio conversion, PS Audio has once again demonstrated why they remain a resolute pillar in the high end audio community.” The reviewer liked its natural tonal balance, spatiality, and ability to render live performances convincingly.
Best of High End gave an extremely positive review to the StellarGold DAC. The reviewer said, “PS Audio has managed to strike a rare balance here: the StellarGold retrieves astonishing levels of detail while still feeling natural and unforced.”
He continued, “Piano notes had wonderful weight and decayed naturally, allowing you to follow their trajectory into the ether without them ever feeling artificially truncated.” In the review’s conclusion, the writer stated, “In terms of pure sound quality, it stands out as one of the most musically engaging DACs in its class.”
