You need a little TLC... Theta Digital makes a jitter filter (TLC) which will convert your Toslink to an RCA and improve the sound remarkably. Your MSB probably has multiple digital inputs. I use six TLCs in series with spectacular results. TLCs are available used for around $100.
Digital Dilemma...
I am finally thinking about upgrading from my computer as my main source to a CD player. I have researched a lot today and decided that I'll probably go with the Aiwa XC-37M and Link III DAC, and maybe get the modded in the future.
The problem I have is that I still want to use my computer as a source using it's Toslink (the only digital out) output going into the DAC. This is a problem because the CD transport also only has a Toslink output and will be connected to the DAC, so what can I do? Does the DAC or Aiwa unit have extra digital inputs that I could use as a passthrough for the computer? I wouldn't want to have to switch cables everytime I want to hear a different source.
The problem I have is that I still want to use my computer as a source using it's Toslink (the only digital out) output going into the DAC. This is a problem because the CD transport also only has a Toslink output and will be connected to the DAC, so what can I do? Does the DAC or Aiwa unit have extra digital inputs that I could use as a passthrough for the computer? I wouldn't want to have to switch cables everytime I want to hear a different source.