which output setting sounds best?


Iam using a HP laptop running Vista 64 bit OS. Software is J Rivers Media Center 16. All music is ripped in flac. Which audio output setting gives the best sound? Presently I am using waspi. Some people tell me to use asio, others say direct sound, others say waspi. Which is the best setting for the best sound? I am running usb out to a HRT music streamerII+ dac.

Bob
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Showing 2 responses by ekwisnek

Most of the posters are correct, but I take exception to Cerrot's position. Upon inspection of your virtual systems, I can see that in your eyes and budget, the HRT may seem "indecent", but to someone just breaking into PC Audio, it's a real drag to hear that their chosen device is pretty much worthless. The HRT can certainly be bested by other products, but it has been well-reviewed at its price point and would be a perfect place to start for someone just testing the waters with PC Audio.

Saying what you did without offering advice is akin to telling a kid you won't teach him how to swing because he's "a little short for baseball". It's not about the gear, it's about enjoying the hobby along with enjoying the music.

Evan
I won't pursue it further, but your honesty really doesn't help the OP. He's already purchased the gear, and wants a little advice on setup.

Don't presume that your sage advice on how to listen and what to listen for is what's necessary in every instance. My only point was that you weren't offering any real help, just planting a seed of doubt and disgust in the OP's mind that he may have made a bad choice with his hard-earned dollars.

I hope you never need advice on a piece of gear; I'm sure someone with a much more expensive system will be waiting for an opportunity to tell you it's garbage and you shouldn't worry about the minutia.