Ok thanks all I have not replied yet as just digesting the info.
So Its a Zen Dac v1 this also runs a pair of slejes speakers on the desktop. So first step is a power supply for the zen dac. As for spotifi I like the platform and all the rest of the family are using it. Been thinking tidal for a while especially now Lyngdorf suport it. So a tidal account is an extra cost I need to think about to run along side with the spotifi
So
1. Power supply, I have just plugged one in (just one I had around ) and the midtones are better, I think cleaner would be the word. This was an effect I didn't expect as my headphones are pretty dark in personality,. So would the ipower supply be preferable?
@YorkshireLee.
Thanks
@wizball1974 the link I read explained some things and makes a lot of sense.
2. So can a Zen Can can do my headphones and my desktop speakers and if so how and how to connect everything up without the usb and balanced.
@iFi audio
If you want to take a next step, instead of USB cable, we recommend to get a balanced cable for the headphones and a
balanced cable for DAC/AMP. Balanced signal offers lower interference, lower distortion, and running your cans balanced will give the amplifier more control over the drivers inside.
Thanks all and thanks for the help