[sonicx2218]

Quick question. I love using the R&B equalizer on my itouch, and probably wouldn't be able to listen to it without EQ. When this overrides the ipod's DAC, does it also basically nullify all settings on the ipod and set it to a completely flat response?

 

[busyx2]

Yes, there are a number of DLNA apps that can allow using iPod as an DLNA renderer, where the PC or NAS serves as the DLNA server (such as running Twonky Media).

 

[Akin]

Hello,
 
Sorry for the bump, but does the iDo work on the go? Does it need to be powered with an adapter or is just charging it or only connecting it to the ipad/ipod enough?

 

[MacedonianHero]

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Hello,
 
Sorry for the bump, but does the iDo work on the go? Does it need to be powered with an adapter or is just charging it or only connecting it to the ipad/ipod enough?

No, it needs to be plugged in to work. No battery...sorry.

 

[Akin]

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No, it needs to be plugged in to work. No battery...sorry.

 
Oh. I was thinking this could be an alternative to the higher priced portable dacs. Thanks for the answer though.

 

[georgelai57]

Check out threads on the HRT iStreamer which can be powered by buying a generic external battery. 

 

[MacedonianHero]

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Check out threads on the HRT iStreamer which can be powered by buying a generic external battery. 

Not sure, but can you pull the digital from an iDevice like you can with the iDo?

 

[CanCrazed]

MacedonianHero,
 
I've read a lot of conflicting views that say an external DAC is a waste of money, because the iPod DAC is supposedly quite good and most external DAC's, even expensive ones, are hardly better.  They say it's just a "gimmick."  
 
Can you really say the improvement you're getting is from the DAC?  Perhaps it's simply the amp portion beefing up the sound?
 
Also, there appears to be some pretty damning evidence out there that NuForce products fail on objective testing.
 
Not taking you to task here, but merely curious to know what your thoughts are.  
 
I, myself, am very curious about this product and if it's really living up to its claims.  

 

[georgelai57]

Not sure, but can you pull the digital from an iDevice like you can with the iDo?

Hi, I'm not sure I understand your concern because the whole idea of the iStreamer, iDo, CLAS etc is to pull the digital signal from the 30 pin line out from an iDevice. They can also do so with lightning-equipped iPhone 5 and iPads. Or am I misreading your question?

 

[MacedonianHero]

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MacedonianHero,
 
I've read a lot of conflicting views that say an external DAC is a waste of money, because the iPod DAC is supposedly quite good and most external DAC's, even expensive ones, are hardly better.  They say it's just a "gimmick."  
 
Can you really say the improvement you're getting is from the DAC?  Perhaps it's simply the amp portion beefing up the sound?
 
Also, there appears to be some pretty damning evidence out there that NuForce products fail on objective testing.
 
Not taking you to task here, but merely curious to know what your thoughts are.  
 
I, myself, am very curious about this product and if it's really living up to its claims.  

Actually the iPod DAC is very mediocre (at best). Not a gimmick to my ears, the iDo really does improve things. And the nwavguy is someone I really don't give a lot of credence too. 

 

[MacedonianHero]

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Hi, I'm not sure I understand your concern because the whole idea of the iStreamer, iDo, CLAS etc is to pull the digital signal from the 30 pin line out from an iDevice. They can also do so with lightning-equipped iPhone 5 and iPads. Or am I misreading your question?

While a LOD can "pull" the signal out of the 30pin line out, they do NOT pull the  raw digital data, but rather the unattenuated analog. A unit must be licensed my Apple in order to do pull the digital stream.

 

[CanCrazed]

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Actually the iPod DAC is very mediocre (at best). Not a gimmick to my ears, the iDo really does improve things. And the nwavguy is someone I really don't give a lot of credence too. 

Ok, I may give the NuForce a shot.  I had to be skeptical because for the price it's hard to believe the claim it has an "audiophile-grade" DAC.  Still, if it improves the sound it improves the sound, right?  *fingers crossed*  I know nwavguy is rather controversial here, but he does seem to know a lot of about the tech-side.
 
PS -- Have you had a chance to use iDo with Grado cans?  I understand some 'phones may interact differently with it.  Thnx!

 

[MacedonianHero]

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Ok, I may give the NuForce a shot.  I had to be skeptical because for the price it's hard to believe the claim it has an "audiophile-grade" DAC.  Still, if it improves the sound it improves the sound, right?  *fingers crossed*  I know nwavguy is rather controversial here, but he does seem to know a lot of about the tech-side.
 
PS -- Have you had a chance to use iDo with Grado cans?  I understand some 'phones may interact differently with it.  Thnx!

Funny you should mention Grado cans. I've own many through the years (see my profile), but I've been Grado-less for over a year...and have recently picked up a pair of PS500s. I'll report back once I've heard them together.

 

[georgelai57]

While a LOD can "pull" the signal out of the 30pin line out, they do NOT pull the  raw digital data, but rather the unattenuated analog. A unit must be licensed my Apple in order to do pull the digital stream.

The iStreamer and CLAS are licensed by Apple so it will be the digital data.

 

[MacedonianHero]

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The iStreamer and CLAS are licensed by Apple so it will be the digital data.

So there you go...now we know. Thanks.