Separates. Always.
DAC's Streamer and Preamps
I have been searching for a DAC for a while now. In the meantime I have been using a laptop plugged into my preamp until I decide on the DAC I want. I definitely know this isn't optimal. In my search I have been looking at individual DAC's, DAC's with preamps or volume control, DAC's with streamers built in and sometimes all three. I wanted to throw it out there and find out what people's preference is? I know previously having everything separate was the best way to go but because of technology things has changed a bit. What are your thoughts?
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I used my PC’s headphone out to audio in to stream music videos in my office for many years, then I found out here about an inexpensive Topping DAC for only $110. It’s usb out of desktop or laptop to DAC, RCA out of DAC to RCA IN of ..... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08F54TT79?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1 I needed a USB extender, didn’t change the sound, just gave me location options https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P0ES0YE?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_4&th=1 Far superior sound, and stronger signal to my little tube amp.
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@elliottbnewcombjr Thank you for that info. I wish I would have done that a few months ago. I would like to make a decision on a nice DAC in the next week or so. |
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