The recording device is the motherboard onboard audio. This was less about absolute accurate measurements, but rather a side by side comparison.

Can i throw some measurements from the ADI-2 DAC for comparison.. Sampling mode: 24-bit, 192 kHz Test [MME] Realtek Digital Output ADI-2 DAC (via Optical) [MME] Analog ADI-2 DAC (via USB) [MME] Oboard Audio Windows Drivers [MME] Speakers Realtek Driver Frequency response (from 40 Hz to 15...

So i've reinstalled the Asus recommended drivers ensured EQ was off . Test [MME] Speakers (Realtek High Definiti Windows Drivers Frequency response (from 40 Hz to 15 kHz), dB: +1.90, -2.06 +0.00, -0.01 Noise level, dB (A): -108.5 -90.6 Dynamic range, dB (A): 111.2 91.3 THD, %...

Thanks for you response. I've carried another set of test as suggest. The EQ for Realtek was set to default (no EQ)... EDIT: I'm re-installing the Realtek drivers to double double check...

Hardware: Asus Prime Z270-A featuring Crystal Sound 3 - Realtek S1220A, Windows 10 Realtek Drivers: Via Asus Drivers page (Realtek Audio Driver V6.0.1.8273) I've had a falling out with my onboard audio gear recently due to not sounding quiet right. In short, I came across a software called...

My first external DAC should be arriving tomorrow, the Mojo. To date I've been using my built in motherboard that has a Realtek S1220A which on paper it has okay specs 120 dB SNR. I do wonder how much of a difference the mojo will be.

I've just bought a new set of pads for these, 20 years on i'm still loving these sets.. wonder what the new equivalent would be for these today ?