I also use an apple TV to wirelessly receive AIFF & AAC files into my system. I use a reclocker device between the ATV and DAC (which is a Cullen modified PS Audio DL3) and the sound is ......OK. Definitely a step down from my vinyl. I can't figure out if my next step should be one of those Auralic things with much better specs than the apple TV or rather to retire my DL3 for a more contemporary DAC. The reclocker is recently purchased and I trust it's doing a good job. Any insights welcome.
Apple TV - 44.1 kHz output
I have read in multiple places that the Apple TV outputs in 48 kHz; however, looking at my Audio Midi Setup on my new MacBook Pro the only listed option is 44.1 kHz / 16 bit for AirPlay to the Apple TV. The same option is available for the Apple Airport Extreme AirPlay output. Ironically, there are options to increase the bit depth for the internal speakers.
Maybe things have changed as I have a new Macbook Pro and Apple TV.
Maybe things have changed as I have a new Macbook Pro and Apple TV.