ljbrandt
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I need some help...
I have a Yamaha RX-Z9 A/V receiver that I'll be using as a DAC/amp with a computer desktop setup. The amp accepts toslink/coaxial digital inputs up to 24/192k.
Question 1: Would it be acceptable to just connect my PC's MB's toslink output direct to the Yamaha or would an investment in a usb interface (i.e. SMSL x-usb) in between the PC and amp yield a significant improvement?
I will be using the Yamaha's DAC either way, so I'm skeptical about how much sonic benefit there would actually might be.
Question 2: If the interface is the way to go, which is recommended?
Question 3: Coax or optical for the interface to a/v receiver and why?
Thanks
I have a Yamaha RX-Z9 A/V receiver that I'll be using as a DAC/amp with a computer desktop setup. The amp accepts toslink/coaxial digital inputs up to 24/192k.
Question 1: Would it be acceptable to just connect my PC's MB's toslink output direct to the Yamaha or would an investment in a usb interface (i.e. SMSL x-usb) in between the PC and amp yield a significant improvement?
I will be using the Yamaha's DAC either way, so I'm skeptical about how much sonic benefit there would actually might be.
Question 2: If the interface is the way to go, which is recommended?
Question 3: Coax or optical for the interface to a/v receiver and why?
Thanks