I am confused, doesn't take much. When I look at the back of the Monarchy, I see one optical in but do not see 2 RCA outs, which I need to hook into my older Carver pre amp. Please advise
Optical to RCA converter
I scored a great deal on a new Panasonic plasma tv. Unlike my older Panasonic, the only audio out is an optical (toslink) out, and there is no analog audio out.
I have a Peachtree iDecco, which only has one optical input that is being used for my older generation Apple TV which I use as a music server. I had my older tv running into the AUX input via analog audio outs.
I purchased a Gefen optical to rca converter on Amazon for about $60. On the one hand, it does what it claims and allows me to use the AUX input for the tv. However, the sound quality leaves alot to be desired.
Anyone have any suggestions on an alternative to get better quality audio from the tv optical out when my available input is an RCA input?
I have a Peachtree iDecco, which only has one optical input that is being used for my older generation Apple TV which I use as a music server. I had my older tv running into the AUX input via analog audio outs.
I purchased a Gefen optical to rca converter on Amazon for about $60. On the one hand, it does what it claims and allows me to use the AUX input for the tv. However, the sound quality leaves alot to be desired.
Anyone have any suggestions on an alternative to get better quality audio from the tv optical out when my available input is an RCA input?
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@speedysteve4 , you’re looking for a DAC to convert digital (optical) to analog (RCA). The Monarchy DIP is a jitter reduction device in addition to converting digital (in) to other digital outputs. There are dozens of inexpensive DACs available if you’re using it for things like older televisions. |
I bought a 15.00 DAC converter on Amazon, poor sound and much lower volume compared to my streamer or CD, so I bought a Metra CS DAC2 from Crutchfield, a little better but still not close to other sources. I did just buy a new Sony Bravia in hopes that would help. It was nominal. Any suggestions please |
Get yourself a Wiim Pro or Pro +. It will solve all your problems and then some. It will take the optical from the TV, you can increase the volume to match your other sources, you can add EQ, then send it out to RCAs. It can also replace your Apple as a streamer and provide much better sound quality. Get one from Amazon and try it for 30 days, you won't send it back.
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