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    Question WiFi streaming to old Denon mini system

    Thanks for all the advice and input. As I could only source the D03K via Amazon, I went with a Fosi Audio Q5 sold locally (with no delivery charge it was practically the same cost and to a layman had similar spec). Easy connection to the Apple TV via optical and then to the Denon via RCA. In...
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    Question WiFi streaming to old Denon mini system

    Is there any real difference between DACs (like the Fiio/ Lindy) and a head phone amp with RCA out, assume you’re paying extra for the volume control and 3.5mm out, but other than that?r
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    Question WiFi streaming to old Denon mini system

    Streaming is from iPad to Apple TV, it’s a very old Apple TV and the only audio output options are Auto or 16 bit. My connection to Denon amp is currently from the tv via the tv 3.5mm to rca lead. I can change the volume on the iPad an the amp, but the sound is definitely muffled just as it...
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    Question WiFi streaming to old Denon mini system

    The Denon does have an RCA/ subwoofer out and I have connected it to and old Boss sub in the past, it did creat a warmer more balanced sound, but get the point that the money is probably better spent on a new system, flat isn’t tinny, but v little staking space .I live in Hong Kong and although...
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    Question WiFi streaming to old Denon mini system

    Great suggestion, already have an optical cable, so will give it a shot. With the money I could potentially save and if I can get a reasonably priced one is it worth getting a small subwoofer, like a Cambridge MinxX201, TX120, do you think sound quality up lift would be worth it? Thanks for...
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    Question WiFi streaming to old Denon mini system

    Hi all, I’ve just got my old Denon DRA 102 mini system out of storage and was surprised how good it still sounds. I live in a small flat and have been using a Marshal Acton to WiFi stream my music, but would like something with more punch. I was wondering what’s the best way to stream music to...