Optical to RCA converter

@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.

For what it’s worth, I use the Topping E70 Velvet DAC for television and so my wife can connect her iPod to the system via Bluetooth. I have May DAC for critical listening.

It works well and at a fair price. There are also less expensive options out there.

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.

Thanks Allan B. Bought the Ultra, have it Monday.