nibrad

thanks for comments. steve, what would be considered as a 'good' low-jitter source? i'm definitely going to purchase a DAC. I have a Cambridge Audio 640R receiver, and am only using it for 2-channels. it sounds really nice going through a pair of quad 22l2 floorstanders. so hopefully a DAC will make it sound even better!

Hi all, long time reader, first time poster. i'm a noob when it comes to the vast world of hifi, however i have a passion for music, so I hope i dont ask to stupid questions!! i currently use an airport express to move my music to my system, from that via toslink plugged into my receiver. I will be looking at upgrading the AE to squeezebox or sonus gear in the near future (sick of travelling to and from my computer to change songs!!) Most music i listen to is ripped at 16/44.1, however i am getting into the 'high def' sound and i want to know if purchasing a DAC to put in between my AE (of SB in future) and receiver is what i need? is it pointless to purchase a DAC while i am still listening to 16/44 tunes? if i purchase one, i'll be looking most likely at a CA Dac magic, as the price seems to be to good for the reviews its been getting. Thanks everyone, and any help/info will be appreciated. Nick