Which outputs to use on my NODE(N130)

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Keith

• February 22, 2023 02:34
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Hi: I would like to try an external DAC which does not support MQA,but has USB,Toslink and Co-ax inputs.

I have a subscriptionto Amazon Unlimited and free Radio Paradise,so which output(s) on the NODE (N130) should I use for the best quality sound? Thanks,Keith

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  Seppi Evans

  Hi-Res

  • February 22, 2023 07:16

  Honestly, whichever one works best for you. Personally I tend to use Coaxial as Optical is more fragile and not convinced by USB sounding any better but your experience may differ.
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  Keith

  • February 22, 2023 18:55
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  Thanks....So basically these three outputs on the NODE are more of a convenience factor? Thanks,Keith

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  Seppi Evans

  Hi-Res

  • February 22, 2023 20:02

  Some DACs only have one type of input.

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  Keith

  • February 22, 2023 20:21
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  Sorry I don't follow....assuming the NODE has three outputs,does each one output a different resolution capability,assuming the partner DAC has three inputs(sorry if my terminology is not correct)Thanks,Keith.

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  Seppi Evans

  Hi-Res

  • February 22, 2023 20:45

  All digital outputs are upto 24/192 (the same)

  A favourite DAC of mine only had an optical input, some new Topping DACs are USB only. So Bluesound has all three connection types available to ensure it works with as many DACs as possible,

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  Keith

  • February 22, 2023 21:14

  Thanks,Keith

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