Can someone help me -- I want to replace my Music Fidelity V-DAC (first version, only does 16/48k) with something that will do 24/96.  192 would be ideal, but I'd like to keep it under $200.   So far it's... Microstreamer - $200 Dragonfly 1.2 - $150 Dacmagic XS - $200   It doesn't need to...

I'd also like to replace my VDAC. I just need something that'll put out 24/192. I've accumulated a lot of hi-res files since I got the VDAC so it's time for an upgrade. Any suggestions? My budget is under $200 though. But I would like to know what's out there - up to $400 if need be.

Quote: Originally Posted by JaZZ The HD 800 has enormous bass impact, and it reaches very low. It's precisely the mentioned lack of mid-bass bloat which makes me hear the low bass more clearly than e.g. with the HD 650. What it lacks is the «punch» associated with the typical mid-bass...

Regarding "Linuxworks" conversion from "plastic discs" to "harddrives:" While I envy your enthusiasm and, even more so, I envy your conviction to and completion of, the task of ripping all your music -- but, I have a couple of issues keeping me from doing this (as I'm sure others have already...

I'm thinking glass optical cable is the way to go (if you have to use toslink, rather than coax). TOSLINK Interconnect History & Basics — Reviews and News from Audioholics Basics of Plastic Optical Fiber Just thinking of a plastic window as opposed to a glass one...kind of makes...

So what's the difinitive head-fi response to this question? I'm about ready to pick up a new optical cable and was wondering if it matters. I did notice a huge difference in COAX. I plugged a mid-grade COAX into my system, and IMMEDIATELY said, "woah, where's the sound?!!" and quickly went...

You can switch between, USB and Coax/Opt. I haven't tried running both Optical and Coax at the same time. I don't think it will work. I will try it though...since I have a similar interest (TV through Opt and CD through Coax).

I have two questions.... 1) What should I do to get the ASIO-thing working? 2) Without going mod-crazy...what the easiest PSU to purchase?

Quote: Originally Posted by Dat_Dude I will check it out. Thanks. Another question. I read the owners manual and it does not list Vista in it's compatibility list. Are there any H-Fi'ers that are currently using the V-DAC with Vista? I can only assume it will work but before shelling...

I recently installed Foobar...and have two questions. I have Vista 64bit...should I install ASIO or whatever it is? Second, I'm surprised that one player would sound better/worse than another...is this just for digital files? I listen to mainly CDs...

I don't mean to kill any discussions---but I could slice the bass up right now and serve it for thanksgiving! Go! V-DAC!

Oh man! I just put on Beck's Information cd. The V-DAC is deliverin'! This album has a very rich and dense production courtesy of Nigel Godrich - so this has always been a headphone feast. Amazing micro-details, great bass. I'm hearing things I've never heard before...and with precision and...

I think I know what you mean about rhythm and timing. I do feel there's a squishiness or lack of focus in that regard. I really can't explain it. But I think I understand. Overall, the sound is spectacular though.

I've had the V-DAC for a couple of days now, with probably only 10 hours or so on it. I'm also completely new to the DAC-world. Of course we've all been using DACs whether we know if or not, this is my first dedicated DAC. First I love the size and build. It' looks great with my SR-71...

Quote: Originally Posted by ADD .. I am hearing detail at low volume levels that I never heard before at higher volume levels. If a definition of good clarity is a marked reduction in listening levels (around 6 dB) without any loss of detail or toe tapping enjoyement, then for me the...

I'm a happy new owner of a Music Fidelity V-Dac. I runs $300 bux in the USofA, and sounds awesome. It's compared very well to those mentioned here. I personally have zippy experience with DACs, but this thing is dy-no-mite! Check out the V-DAC thread.

Cool, thanks for everyone's help. I just overnighted a V-DAC (arrived this afternoon). And well,...wow. I'm running USB out of my laptop, and I'm really hearing some great stuff. I haven't hooked it up to my DVD player coax yet (to lazy to play wires)...but I'm really hearing great clean...

Sure...it's like wearing a good pair of sunglasses on glaring sunny day. They make you go: aaahh.

Can someone tell me if the V-DAC would be a noticeable improvement over my Panasonic DVD player? It's a Panasonic F87 that cost about $125 almost 10 years ago. It's nothing fancy -- but 300 bux could get me a new DVD Player!!! Help!! I'm new to the DAC world.

Will the DacMagic allow me to run both my DirecTV receiver via Optical, and my CD player in Coax -- then run those out to my Onkyo Receiver out of the optical and coax outs, while also feeding my headphone amp out of the rca outs? This way I can listen to TV or CD through my room system...or...

Well I do have interest in SACD and DVD-Audio. But my main interest is just getting a decent affordable source. I might be better off just getting a good entry level dac like the V-dac and using what ever transport (my laptop, my existing dvdplayer.) Would getting a decent dac be the best...

Thanks for you help! I'm not sure what a Squeezebox is actually. Now I'm thinking of just getting the Oppo and not getting a DAC. which seems like a low cost option to upgrade my Panasonic dvd player.

Would the V-DAC be worth it? Or would the Oppo do just fine. Or...get the V-DAC and just keep my Panasonic F87 dvd player.

I'm going to pick up the Oppo980, as I understand it's a pretty decent source...but I figured I need a good DAC. I was looking at the Music Fidelity V-DAC, for $300. Is it worth it? Is there anything for $200 or so that would be fine?

Nothing beats the Ety-4s in the performance/price ratio...not even the Senn 650s! And I do love the 650s!