Can the EMU0404 accept and playback a bitstream from a noncomputer component such as a DVD player or digital cable box while not connected to a computer? I have the S/PDIF coax from an old Samsung DVD player plugged into the EMU0404, the external sync light is flashing while the CD is...

I didn't intend to purchase both of these. Both were back ordered and shipped about the same time. The plan being to cancel the order for the one that would ship second. Alas, both are here and working. Might as well provide a review? The signal path is as follows: FLAC PCM Tracks -->...

I finally got my Audiotrak HD2. I'm very pleased with the sound, just using the headphone out, but would like to aquire a deticated head phone amp someday and upgrade the opamps on the HD2. I have a EMU 0404 usb on back-order from Muscian's Friend that I may cancel now. So I'm wondering where...

I'm pleased to find such an active forum of headphone enthusiasts. I thought I was a headphone geek until I discovered DIY folks building extravagant headphone amps and soldering Opams into the X-Fi! In high school 9 years prior I had to save my lunch money for several months to swing the...