findog3103 Posted September 17, 2012 Share Posted September 17, 2012 I get confused more than I like to admit and with that I mix and match details. So my questions: - using iTunes AirPlay connected to an airport express and a Schiit Bifrost via a toslink cable, are my 24/96 HD lossless-converted files playing as 24/96? I know I can't play 24/96 directed from the computer to a dac but are the files being sent to the express bit perfect? Third Floor: AE>Pioneer solid state integrated>Sony PS-x70 turntable>KEF 103.2 speakers Second Floor: Intel NUC>LampizatOr GA TRP/LampizatOr Integrated Solid State amp>triode wire labs speaker cables & power cord and wywires power cords>vapor über auroras speakers Old school: VPI Prime Signature turntable w/ Ortofon Bronze Cadenza cartridge and Technics SP-10 mk2 First Floor: AE>lifatec silflex glass toslink>schiit bifrost über>Kimber kable hero RCA>audioengine 5 Link to comment
Audio_ELF Posted September 17, 2012 Share Posted September 17, 2012 I get confused more than I like to admit and with that I mix and match details. So my questions: - using iTunes AirPlay connected to an airport express and a Schiit Bifrost via a toslink cable, are my 24/96 HD lossless-converted files playing as 24/96? I know I can't play 24/96 directed from the computer to a dac but are the files being sent to the express bit perfect? Simple answer: No. All current AirPlay hardware is (as far as I'm aware) limited to either 16/44.1 or 16/48 (i.e. CD resolution). You CAN however play 24/96 direct from your computer (MacMini?) direct to the Schiit BiFrost. Eloise Eloise --- ...in my opinion / experience... While I agree "Everything may matter" working out what actually affects the sound is a trickier thing. And I agree "Trust your ears" but equally don't allow them to fool you - trust them with a bit of skepticism. keep your mind open... But mind your brain doesn't fall out. Link to comment
findog3103 Posted September 17, 2012 Author Share Posted September 17, 2012 Thanks, Eloise. My bifrost is hooked up to an express in a differen room than my main system. I meant by my computer statement that you can't play 24/96 directly wih iTunes. I believe you need bit perfect or some other third party software. Am I still correct with that assumption? Third Floor: AE>Pioneer solid state integrated>Sony PS-x70 turntable>KEF 103.2 speakers Second Floor: Intel NUC>LampizatOr GA TRP/LampizatOr Integrated Solid State amp>triode wire labs speaker cables & power cord and wywires power cords>vapor über auroras speakers Old school: VPI Prime Signature turntable w/ Ortofon Bronze Cadenza cartridge and Technics SP-10 mk2 First Floor: AE>lifatec silflex glass toslink>schiit bifrost über>Kimber kable hero RCA>audioengine 5 Link to comment
Audio_ELF Posted September 17, 2012 Share Posted September 17, 2012 Thanks, Eloise. My bifrost is hooked up to an express in a differen room than my main system. I meant by my computer statement that you can't play 24/96 directly wih iTunes. I believe you need bit perfect or some other third party software. Am I still correct with that assumption? No, iTunes will play 24/96 (and 24/192 and maybe higher) without any additional software. What it won't do is automatically set the output sample rate - this is set in the AudioMidi control panel. I tunes will up-sample (or down-sample if relevant) to match the sample rate set in this control utility. Eloise Eloise --- ...in my opinion / experience... While I agree "Everything may matter" working out what actually affects the sound is a trickier thing. And I agree "Trust your ears" but equally don't allow them to fool you - trust them with a bit of skepticism. keep your mind open... But mind your brain doesn't fall out. Link to comment
findog3103 Posted September 17, 2012 Author Share Posted September 17, 2012 Got it. I was totally confused and relating what I know about the iPod with just iTunes on the computer. Thanks for setting me straight, Eloise. Third Floor: AE>Pioneer solid state integrated>Sony PS-x70 turntable>KEF 103.2 speakers Second Floor: Intel NUC>LampizatOr GA TRP/LampizatOr Integrated Solid State amp>triode wire labs speaker cables & power cord and wywires power cords>vapor über auroras speakers Old school: VPI Prime Signature turntable w/ Ortofon Bronze Cadenza cartridge and Technics SP-10 mk2 First Floor: AE>lifatec silflex glass toslink>schiit bifrost über>Kimber kable hero RCA>audioengine 5 Link to comment
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