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DAC or converter?

post #1 of 3
5/5/11 at 11:21am
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I need a device that lets me send signals from the PC via USB to a receiver and MiniDisc recorder, both with digital inputs.  I don't need it to put out an analog signal at all; the equipment further down the chain will handle that.

 

Will something like the Firestone Bravo or MF V-Link will fit the bill, or am I reading things incorrectly? 

 

(Sorry if this is redundant, but it's actually kind of hard to search for something using those keywords)

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post #2 of 3
5/5/11 at 11:51am

You're probably likely to find the best info on what you are looking for ("usb transports") in the computer audio sub-forum. 

 

To get you started, you might take a look at: http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/539197/how-to-play-24bit-192khz-flac-using-usb-to-dac

 

I can also happily endorse the BCT usb "thingee" that I'm using in my own rig (see http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/229110/blue-circle-usb-thingee).  But admittedly, this is old tech (although well implemented), that I picked up used from the head-fi classifieds.  If I were paying msrp, I'd make sure to get something that supports 24bit/192khz.  FWIW - I'd also stay away from the HiFace products due to the clock controversy and reviews finding that the BCT sounds better despite its age. 

 

Hope this helps!

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post #3 of 3
5/5/11 at 9:57pm
What you're looking for is a USB to S/PDIF converter, if that's any help. They cost anything from $30 for something on eBay up to $10,000 for audiophile stuff. smily_headphones1.gif
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