scots_flyer

Thanks for such a clear and quick response.... in terms of quality from the mac to the dac I have both optical and USB on both - which do you suggest is the best quality? I'm just confused about why you would go from USB to SPDIF unless there is a benefit I'm missing. thanls Al

Hi, I have spent the last 25 years experimenting and upgrading my system. I accept that the experience of a live performance can never be truly reproduced in Hi-Fi however I'm always interested to see how much closer we can get. I am currently using CDs as a source and am looking to use my Mac Mini as a storage/player but don't know where to begin. I don't have an internet connection so streaming is out and I would need to download audio at work. My current system is listed below, any basic pointers for getting started would be much appreciated. Al transport: Sony DVP-NS900P dac: Lavry DA11 power amp: Levinson 333 speakers: PMC iB1s