gigabit network using a imac (with multple external hard drives and time machine backups every hour), wired to an AE, to a monarchy DIP, to a manley dac, then to a classe preamp, controlled through my iphone with an excellent graphical presentation. the sound is so good, i haven't turned on my classe cdp-10 player in more than 6 months. and this deck is very good.
Latest USB converters or music server?
I have recently purchased a Musical Fidelity KW DM25 transporter and dac. http://www.musicalfidelity.com/products/kw/kwdac_specs.html
One of the reasons for choosing this model, was that it offered a switchable facility for the dac - you can switch between the transport and a spare spdif connection.
I am keen to use computer based audio as well as CDs.
My question is: What is currently thought to provide the best sound quality given my set up?
Option 1: Laptop (I have one spare) with something like an Empiracle Audio USB off-ramp Turbo 2, fed into my DM25? This model is a few years old now.
Option 2: Power supply modded Squeezebox Duet, fed into my DM25?
Option 3: ??? Other ideas ???
I am quite happy to build something, or DIY if needed.
I am also happy not to spend too much cash.
I know that this subject is often covered, but computer gear changes so quickly these days - apologies.
One of the reasons for choosing this model, was that it offered a switchable facility for the dac - you can switch between the transport and a spare spdif connection.
I am keen to use computer based audio as well as CDs.
My question is: What is currently thought to provide the best sound quality given my set up?
Option 1: Laptop (I have one spare) with something like an Empiracle Audio USB off-ramp Turbo 2, fed into my DM25? This model is a few years old now.
Option 2: Power supply modded Squeezebox Duet, fed into my DM25?
Option 3: ??? Other ideas ???
I am quite happy to build something, or DIY if needed.
I am also happy not to spend too much cash.
I know that this subject is often covered, but computer gear changes so quickly these days - apologies.