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Do you stream hi-res music or download hi-res tracks? We want your opinions!
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Looks interesting. Well I will test the CA2 and see if I like it. I actually prefere the neutral clinical sound. I want to get close as possible to the studio where the source was recorded/produced.
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But if I understand correctly this doesnt really bypass the preamp does it?
A DAC is not a DAC without some "amplification" or else how would it be able to transfer sound?
I seriously need some HiFi education
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A DAC should output a line level analogue signal that can then be amplified, yours is a bit more than a straight DAC so this procedure sets up a fixed line level output from your device......
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I see thank you very much.....and this is why I am now in a need for the real one. Straight DAC.
Requirements:
1. Should match with Preamp ATC CA2....so rca out on the DAC.
2. Remote just to turn it on and off
3. Price..... around 4500 dollars
4. No Chi-fi
For some reason I just don´t want anything that reminds me of a turd in the name, if you know what I mean 🙂
The one I found so far:
Benchmark DAC3
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Unfortunately there are a great number within your budget.....can you get to audition any?
Ignore that, just seen many that I thought did do not have a remote, guess some are designed to be left on.
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Yes... The ones I saw with remote controls seem to be DAC/headphone amplifiers
Bel Canto or Mytek Brooklyn DAC+ might be worth looking into, I know they tend to come with remote controls
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Well if it is only DAC function and it doesnt use that many WATT its ok. Then I can ditch the remote
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ALTAIR G1
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This thing looks pretty interesting....
EDIT: hmmm it still has a preamp
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PureDAC | High End Audio Components - B.M.C. Audio
PureDAC An advanced DAC? More exactly, a balanced DAC with reference level headphone and pre-amplifer.
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I think I am going off topic. Someone maybe changed my mind on preamp or not to preamp
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Well off topic because I am musician also, and somebody recommended me this:
www.merging.com
MERGING+ANUBIS
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MERGING+NADAC becomes MASTER FIDELITY
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Well. Either way I will update my experience with CA2 + 40A.
it is so easy to get confused.
people are saying not to preamp etc.
But then why are musician using a DI box before the input…approved to be better(my own ears)
This should not sound better according to the non-preampers
it is so easy to get confused.
people are saying not to preamp etc.
But then why are musician using a DI box before the input…approved to be better(my own ears)
This should not sound better according to the non-preampers
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I have no idea where you are going.
There is only so much you can plug directly into those speakers, if you need to add other peripherals you need a preamp or some sort of source selector.
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Preamping the RME with a CA2 is a pointless expense, unless you are need to use it as a volume control for other analogue sources. You will not get "better sound". RME can and works great connected straight into active speakers.
ADI-2 DAC fs & Active speakers (Page 1) — ADI-2 & 2/4 Pro series, ADI-2 DAC series — RME User Forum
ADI-2 DAC fs & Active speakers (Page 1) — ADI-2 & 2/4 Pro series, ADI-2 DAC series — RME User Forum —
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I am only gonna audition it to start with.
I think the RME is very thin in the sound. Also not very “powerful” at low volume.
Do you have any recommendation?
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RME is completely neutral in the sound! However it has a wide range of filters and parametric EQ if you want to favourably alter the signal. The balanced output is 4 volts - sorry, but that is VERY powerful.
I recommend the Croft as in my earlier posts but ONLY if you're using other sources as well as the RME.
RME>balanced outs >ATC actives. Simple is best
www.audiosciencereview.com
I recommend the Croft as in my earlier posts but ONLY if you're using other sources as well as the RME.
RME>balanced outs >ATC actives. Simple is best
Measurements of RME ADI-2 DAC and Headphone Amp
I reviewed and measured the RME ADI-2 DAC a year ago. That was just prior to getting my new Audio Precision APx555 so the measurements don't directly compare to what I publish now. So a local member kindly loaned me his ADI-2 DAC to get fresh measurements. If you are not familiar with RME...
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I dont think most people who only recommends the rme are realizing the issue I have.
the RME ADi-2 sounds good with SCM7 and SCM19. But 40A is a different kind of beast!
I can not explain it but its like it needs double what RME can give. It needs a wider soundstage.
the RME ADi-2 sounds good with SCM7 and SCM19. But 40A is a different kind of beast!
I can not explain it but its like it needs double what RME can give. It needs a wider soundstage.
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