Looking for small footprint integrated amp (will connect Chromecast audio to it) to power Onix Rocket RS450 speakers. They're 87db 8 ohm. Figure I need at least 50 watts per channel. I was looking at the Audioengine N22 but it doesn't look enough power. Want to spend under $500. Thanks...

I have a sensitivity to highs (it sucks) and find really detailed DACs to be bright. I just bought a Topping D70 and it's pretty awesome. However, I'd like it to be a little warmer. I know I could probably tame it with an equalizer but I'm able to spend a little more than before so why not...

I'm looking at the iFi iDac with iUSB power for $500 and the Micromega MyDac for $369.  There are a lot of good reviews for the MyDac as it has been around for a little while.  The iFi is pretty new but also has some good reviews.  Has anyone compared or have thoughts about these two?   Thanks!

I currently have a 1212M internal PCI card that connects directly to my stereo amp.  Unfortunately, it's dying.    I only listen to music and I'm willing to spend up to $300.  From what I've read an external DAC would probably be best.    Any suggestions?   Thank you!   EDIT...

I don't know much about DACs so I'm not real sure where to start. I'd like a DAC that can improve the sound of the WDTV before it goes to my receiver. I'm sort of on a tight budget. Is there such a thing as an economical DAC that can still improve the sound of the WDTV? Would I be using a USB...

I have a 1212m. I'm using the analog outs to connect to my amp in my office. I'm going to have another stereo in my bedroom that will be digital. I'd like to use the digital out (coax) from the 1212m to connect to this new receiver. Can I use the analog and digital outs on the 1212m at...

Hi all: I'm putting together a surround system in my bedroom. Right now I stream music from my computer to my office stereo through my 1212m (they're in the same room). I'd like to be able to hear that same music in the bedroom with the surround system about 50 feet away. Is there a...

I have foobar set up to use KS. However, in Patchmix the strip/session shows that Wave 1/2 is being used. When I use ASIO in foobar, the ASIO strip is used. Is using the Wave strip still KS? Thanks.

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I need a 25 foot interconnect to run from my 1212m to my amp. First, is it a bad idea to run a cable that long? Second, are there decent cables of that length for under $100? Thanks.

I currently have a 1212M (pci) card in my rig. From there it's a 20' long RCA stereo cable to my amp. Is there a step up from the 1212M? Or a better solution? I appreciate any tips. Not sure what the next step is. Thanks. EDIT: I should mention that my amp (Jolida 1501 Integrated)...

I'm currently using Sure e2cs while I cut the grass. The isolation is decent when I shove them waaaay in but then they come back out 2 seconds later. Plus, when I stuff them so far in it's uncomfortable. I only listen to phones when I'm cutting the grass so the sound doesn't even have to be...

I have the 1212M. It works fine with music through Foobar, Winamp, Rhapsody, etc. However, when I try to play a movie I don't get any sounds at all. Any thoughts on this? Thanks.

I just set up my 1212m. Right now, everything plays as a wave. I put the ASIO plugin for Foobar in the components folder but I can't find it anywhere in the preferences. Is there something I need to do? In Patchmix does stuff that is played in ASIO sound a lot better than wave? I'm fighting...

I have a huge lawn and it takes almost 3 hours to cut it. I like to listen to music while I'm on the tractor. I put the earphone/bud things in my ear and then ear muffs over top to keep out the noise of the lawn mower. However, all the type of phones that just lay in the ear always fall out...

I have one of those "less is more" amps. It doesn't even have a headphone out. I just got the 1212M and I'm using the two 1/4" analog outs to connect to my amp. Um, so, the question is, how do I listen to my headphones? Do I need to disconnect my amp from the card and then plug...

Just got my 1212m yesterday and I sure am confused. I've been reading the many threads on the forum but I'm getting more confused. I read most of the manual and I'm downright dumbfounded. I listen to Rhapsody which I believe is 44k/48k, foobar and winamp. Am I correct that I'll need...

I just hooked up my new Jolida 1501RC. It is sweeeet! It plays great with CDs. However, when I hook it up to my PC I get a buzzing sound out of the speakers. Any idea what that could be? I never got it from my Onkyo or NAD amps. Thanks! EDIT: Fixed! The guys at Jolida told me...

I've been reading a lot of posts about how great the sound is on Foobar. Is there really a noticeable difference between Winamp and Foobar?

I'm thinking of getting the 1212m. I don't use headphones. Right now I have my Chaintech connected to my stereo with dual RCA lines and an RCA to mini "Y" adapter. Does the 1212 have rca outs that I can connect directly to my stereo aux rca's? If not, what adapter will I need? Thanks!

I'm trying to pick between the 1212 and 0404. I've read a ton of threads ab out them hear. However, I don't understand what a lot of the terms being used actually mean. I'm looking for a card that isn't too "bright". I'm real sensitive to the highs and mids but I still want it to be...

I have a Chaintech currently. But I'm getting into real HiFi stuff now and I'm wondering if there is a better card or something I should take a look at. I'm sending the signal to a Jolida 1501RC Hybrid tube amp and Onix Rocket 750 speakers. The amp has analog only. I'm listing to MP3's right...

If you had to choose which had better sound quality, which one would you pick?

I'm using winamp 5 and I'm trying to use ASIO. I installed ASIO4all, mpg123 and out asio.dll. When I go to configure outasio.dll my card is not listed. Also, when I try to configure Asio4all in the offline control panel my card is listed but it is marked as "Beyond logic" (unavailable)...