Hey guys. Setting up my first system and looking into getting my first dac. Have a chance to get a geshelli jnog v1 with the original akm chip. Or found a good price on a schiit bitfrost v1. What are your thoughts on the two? Or any other recommendations would be appreciated! Thanks
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Do you stream hi-res music or download hi-res tracks? We want your opinions!
First time dac buyers
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jjbomber
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It would help if you could tell us what components it is going to be used with. Thanks.
Hey my friend. yes! I meant to leave this info in the msg but i guess i spaced! I have many questions about all my gear being a virgin hi fi guy ! Lol. But i shall save that for another thread. I have a pair of thiel CS 2's and a single thiel MCS 1 center speaker ( not sure how i'll hook up all 3 with current amp setup ) running through an nad 2200 power envelope and 1310 pre amp. Also have an onkyo dx7555 cd player on the way and will probably be streaming tidal or something comparable ( though have not yet pulled the trigger and am currently using Spotify to stream. Hope this helps you to help me!
nopiano
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I’ve looked at the website and a review, but I see no mention of MQA. Strange that they seem to give you a choice of DAC chip, yet no information about the differences.
What is your device for streaming?
Yeah the website was fairly vague thats why i asked here! I've heard people calling it a "poor mans bitfrost 2 " which led me to believe that it was a multibit with MQA ! Also as for streaming i don't have a device besides my phone as of yet. Or possibly straight from macbook. But im definitely open to suggestions for streaming devices
nopiano
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If you want MQA and a brand with some sort of backup then maybe this? It caters for phone, and computer inputs. However, you might prefer a streamer designed for the job, if like me, you’d rather, leave your computer on your desk when relaxing with music. .
ZEN Air DAC by iFi audio - The desktop DAC/amp to make everyday audio sound better.
A breathe of fresh Air. Get the best audio quality from your phone, tablet or computer.
ifi-audio.com
I’m not too familiar with the Bitfrost but someone else may chip in.
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