penguindude
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A DAC simply means the soundcard chip - turning digital mp3/wav files to sound you can actually hear. Your laptop has a DAC, iPod/mp3 players all have a DAC. It's the quality of the chip that matters.
Originally Posted by HK_sends /img/forum/go_quote.gif Thanks for the replies. I have used practical Devices amps before and while not being extremely high end, I like their sound, ruggedness and portability (and the whole customizing deal). Never used a DAC before, but it does seem a decent place to start (and get a good amp in the process). Cheers, -HK sends |
A DAC simply means the soundcard chip - turning digital mp3/wav files to sound you can actually hear. Your laptop has a DAC, iPod/mp3 players all have a DAC. It's the quality of the chip that matters.