WP61C
Novice Member
I know DAC discussions are all over the place but i cannot find the answer to this question... so...
I have a need for a DAC to drive my new active speakers.
Crucially I need it to have a volume control (not necessarily a remote) – I know many DACs such as the Topping E30 have a setting for Direct , or with the Pre-amp engaged.
The E30 receives much praise but I have seen reports that sound quality when using the volume control (ie preamp) is noticeably down on direct mode.
So a “no” to the E30 for me.
What other similar DACs could I consider where the preamp section does not noticeably degrade the sound quality?
What about the preamp on the iFi ZEN DAC V2 for example?
Thanks
I have a need for a DAC to drive my new active speakers.
Crucially I need it to have a volume control (not necessarily a remote) – I know many DACs such as the Topping E30 have a setting for Direct , or with the Pre-amp engaged.
The E30 receives much praise but I have seen reports that sound quality when using the volume control (ie preamp) is noticeably down on direct mode.
So a “no” to the E30 for me.
What other similar DACs could I consider where the preamp section does not noticeably degrade the sound quality?
What about the preamp on the iFi ZEN DAC V2 for example?
Thanks