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Small computer for Roon core with optical out - Mohmm - 20-Apr-2023
I am using two old 2014 MacMinis for running the core, with optical to the Phantoms (in one room) and optical to Expert 1000 Pro (in the other room). The Mini also runs Dirac DRC.
Unfortunately, more recent MacMinis don't have an optical output anymore. I like optical because it allows hirez and isolates from galvanic noise.
Can you recommend any small computer that is powerful enough for DRC and has an optical out?
RE: Small computer for Roon core with optical out - jp_vasquez - 16-Jul-2023
Stream directly to the Expert by connecting it to Ethernet. No need for optical, no need for a second computer too.
RE: Small computer for Roon core with optical out - zoran_pavlovic - 17-Jul-2023
(20-Apr-2023, 17:03)Mohmm Wrote: I am using two old 2014 MacMinis for running the core, with optical to the Phantoms (in one room) and optical to Expert 1000 Pro (in the other room). The Mini also runs Dirac DRC.
Unfortunately, more recent MacMinis don't have an optical output anymore. I like optical because it allows hirez and isolates from galvanic noise.
Can you recommend any small computer that is powerful enough for DRC and has an optical out?
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RE: Small computer for Roon core with optical out - Vivialet - 18-Jul-2023
if the PC does at least have an electrical SPDIF out I can recommend the ifi SPDIF Purifier 2. It can convert from electrical to optical (and vice versa) and can also improve the signal quality with a good PS. Costs around 200€/$
RE: Small computer for Roon core with optical out - winiar560 - 19-Oct-2024
(16-Jul-2023, 20:43)jp_vasquez Wrote: Stream directly to the Expert by connecting it to Ethernet. No need for optical, no need for a second computer too.
Can I ask how does it work ?
RE: Small computer for Roon core with optical out - hardcore - 24-Oct-2024
You can still use a Mac Mini or any other PC and get a good USB DDC like the Singxer SU-6 or the Holo Audio Red. They connect to your Mac/PC and appear as a USB audio device. It should work with new Windows, Linux and Mac OS built-in drivers for USB 2.0 sound devices.
The Singxer has many digital outputs including a Toslink optical one (it does sound good). I personally use a Singxer with the AES output. I've also tried optical which sounds good, but in my setup I take pains to avoid ground loops and AES has a bit more resolution.
The Singxer SU-6 and Holo Audio Red are some of the best DDCs now, but if budget is limited, there are also cheaper DDCs like the Singxer SU-2 and others.