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  1. S

    Musiland Monitor O2 US DAC/AMP

    Hello, just bought above unit used. I was aware a software was needed to run them, but I can't find a download for it online. Anybody knows how to get it? Hopefully for free...? Thanks! Matt
  2. K

    RCA line level switch recommendations?

    Hello AK, I have a Marantz 2230 that I'm using as a preamp for my system and all the line level inputs are currently being used. I would like to integrate streaming into the mix. I'm looking at getting a sonos port since I already have sonos speakers throughout my home in addition to my hifi...
  3. F

    Converting DD5.1 to Pro Logic Matrixed Stereo?

    New member here! Sorry if this is the wrong space to ask this. I've got a very old JVC RX-903V receiver as part of a matched-component system that I love dearly. It was pretty high end for its day, but its day was 30 years ago. That said, it's been reliable for decades and has sentimental value...
  4. Red Stick

    Newbie to the DAC to Stereo world

    I currently have audio files on my PC, and connect to my stereo via RCA cables. I would like to get the audio files (FLAC, MPS, WAV) off my PC and onto an external 1 TB SSD or similar and connect to my stereo via DAC (I assume). I don't use audio streaming services, but I would want something...
  5. Garret86

    High Res through vintage receiver, Good or bad?

    Hey all, so I’m fairly new to all this and am slowly building my first Hi-Fi setup. Does it make any sense to spend money on a nice streamer like the bluesound node 2I just to send it through a 70’s pioneer sx-880. Is sending Hi res audio from a nice modern streamer wasted when it’s going...
  6. L

    SMSL SU-9 Bluetooth Antenna Replacement?

    Does anyone know what to buy as a generic brand replacement for the SMSL SU-9 Bluetooth antenna? I see SMA and RP-SMA Bluetooth antennas (antennae?) available on Amazon etc, and I am wondering whether one of those varietals may be comparable…? (My toddler stole and hid my SMSL SU-9 Bluetooth...
    • lusciousmane
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    • bluetooth dac replacement parts shenzhen audio
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: DACs
  7. mozcho

    DACs: Cheap vs Expensive

    To my understanding, a DAC's main function is to convert digital signals from digital sources (CDP, PC, etc.) into analog signals to be amplified. This process should be taking place mainly inside a chip. My question is: why are there huge disparities among the DACs in the market today? How much...
    • mozcho
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    • dac
    • Replies: 608
    • Forum: DACs
  8. J A

    Allo Boss 2 Configuration and Setup

    After months of pondering and reading/researching I'm finally moving into the DAC portion of my setup. I purchased an Allo Boss2 last night based on the Audio Science Review video/review. I'm seeing there are a lot of player/software configurations. I don't have a digital music collection so I...
    • J A
    • Thread
    • allo boss2 dac tidal
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: DACs
  9. Danddd

    Wall Street Journal article : Guide to Lossless Streaming

    Read this morning. Kind of interesting, so I thought I'd share. Def not the be all end all article. Supposed to be a free link, so let me know if there are issues and I will PDF it...
    • Danddd
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    • apple dac lossless spotify streaming tidal
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Digital Sources
  10. tlite

    Most noticeable DAC upgrade over a Chromecast Audio

    Nope. I don't need it. But might want it. Lots of DAC vs. Chroemast DAC threads out there. Not trying to rehash the insanity. Just want to know what DAC's y'all think truly sound better to the naked (nude, dare I say) human ear. Graphs and charts are fine- but I'm more looking for, "yeah...
    • tlite
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    • analog cca chromecast audio dac digital sounds better
    • Replies: 50
    • Forum: DACs
  11. 4ever7

    Raspberry Pi DAC add-on

    Hello everyone Just reaching out to the larger community to see if anyone has tried (or have thoughts) on the various raspberry pi DAC (or S/PDIF) add-on boards? I wanted to build a raspberry pi DIY streaming server and just exploring the different options. A DAC add-on board would be ideal...
    • 4ever7
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    • dac raspberry pi s/pdif
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: DACs
  12. rocksy

    DAC Advice - HDMI(ARC) -> RCA with volume control

    Hi all, I've seen a few posts where people ask about something that can take the HDMI audio signal from a TV's ARC-out, and convert it to an analog signal for use in an older receiver. I'm putting together thing as follows: Apple TV --(HDMI-IN)--> Samsung TV --(HDMI-OUT [ARC])--> DAC...
    • rocksy
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    • arc dac hdmi rca
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: DACs
  13. G

    Simple Dac with SDIF and RCA $500

    So I am looking for a DAC for a raspberry pi streamer with the allo signature. I have a NAD 3130 with NAD30 speakers. I am not looking for something crazy but a friend and I have some dacs we have ordered to try within the 500 dollar range as we are both looking for a dac. I do not need...
  14. John Carr

    Are DACs Worth looking into?

    Hi. I am new to the audio world, and I have some vintage Sansui's and a digital amp. I was wondering DAC's are worth looking into for better sound quality or should I stick with what I have? (which is actually pretty good)
    • John Carr
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    • dac sansui 2000
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: DACs
  15. M

    DAC for Vintage SX-1250

    I'm looking for a DAC or AVR that is suitable for a large vintage receiver. I'm going to be hooking the SX-1250 up to a newer set of Bose 901s. The ideal DAC would have bluetooth/streaming connectivity, an optical in that can connect to a TV for other integrations like an Apple TV and a remote...
    • mewman
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    • bose 901 dac sx-1250
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: DACs
  16. bzowk

    JBL L100 Restoration

    Hey Guys - I'm planning on restoring my old JBL L100's that my father gave me long ago, but wife put me on a budget. I wish I had taken better care of them when younger as they are in rough shape and been through a lot. I'll definitely have to re-cone the woofers and refinish cabinets, but...
    • bzowk
    • Thread
    • amp dac jbl l100 re-cone recone restoration restore
    • Replies: 22
    • Forum: Speakers
  17. richersounds

    Do i need a dac?

    Hi all. Have been thinking about getting a dac. I have one available to me nearby at a good price. A small schitt. But i have a very basic question. Do i actually need one? The sources i use are pc. Tablet and sometimes my cell. A little reading and one thing keeps popping up. These devices...
  18. c.coyle

    Stumped: Distorted through headphone amps, not distorted straight from laptop's DAC

    mp3s and flacs, either downloaded or ripped from CDs, are distortion-free into headphones (2 different sets) plugged directly into my laptop's DAC. Yet, everything else the same, some of the same files have very noticeable distortion when played into two different headphone amps (Schiit Fulla...
  19. A

    To DAC or not to DAC...that is the question.

    I have a modest set-up..Sony PS-LX310 TT (from the 80’s not the current Bluetooth model of the same name) a Sony DVP-S7700 cd/dvd player and a JVC RX-717V receiver. Will I see a significant jump in audio quality if I use a $100 DAC (such as a schiit mod 3) for my turntable or CD player instead...
  20. D

    Muffled sound while using DAC

    Hi folks, just a quick question about my DAC setup. I have the DAC running to my Yamaha CR2020 and to a set of Polk M7s and using an Apple Airport Express to received the stream from my phone. The Airport Express is connected via optical cable to the DAC and the DAC is connected via RCA cables...
  21. S

    Headphone amp stereo balance drift issue

    Rig: Computer running Spotify>USB-C cable>Schiit Modi DAC>Monster RCA cables>Schiit Magni Headphone Amp Two headphones being used: Sennheiser HD6XX (from Drop, but basically an HD650), and Shure SE215's After listening for several hours as I work all day, I will experience a stereo balance...
  22. D

    Bluetooth Receivers are DACs... Specialized DACs, but DACs Nonetheless

    Does anyone know what kind of DAC is built into these cheap little Bluetooth receivers one can buy from Amazon? Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't a Bluetooth receiver a very small DAC but without the inconvenience of having a cable (digital signal) running from your playback device to the...
  23. O

    New to all of this, Suggestions for amps/dacs? K371

    Hey guys, So i've been using literal earbuds for music/gaming for the past couple of years, My gf recently got me some AKG K371s, Which honestly, Everywhere i asked people have done nothing but praise them, But someone recently said i should have gotten dt990s or 770s, Which is making me kinda...
  24. L

    What is 4DAC ?

    I have a question fully phrased here about a particular CD player that I've bought recently. I more or less understand what MASH is, but not sure about 4DAC label. Thought this subforum gets more views. Thanks!
    • Late Boomer
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    • 4dac dac mash technics
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: DACs
  25. B

    Alexa (Echo) > DAC > Receiver: Any good solutions?

    I want to stream amazon HD music and control it with alex, is there a good dac that can take bluetooth input? or an alex device that can output digital?
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