25-May-2022, 09:38
Hi everyone,
the Devialet is converting each analog input to digital again, you cannot bypass the internal DAC.
Using a digital Upscaler can be an improvement, but using an external DAC is only adding some coloration.
I tried that as well with an ifi iDSD Pro (powered by a Ferrum Hypsos and connected to a Mutec REF10).
Sounds good, but not as good as the direct digital input via Ethernet (also a highly optimized connection).
Ethernet tuning (cables, switches, optical) is the best way to optimize digital playback on the Devialet IMHO...
the Devialet is converting each analog input to digital again, you cannot bypass the internal DAC.
Using a digital Upscaler can be an improvement, but using an external DAC is only adding some coloration.
I tried that as well with an ifi iDSD Pro (powered by a Ferrum Hypsos and connected to a Mutec REF10).
Sounds good, but not as good as the direct digital input via Ethernet (also a highly optimized connection).
Ethernet tuning (cables, switches, optical) is the best way to optimize digital playback on the Devialet IMHO...
