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Post by tmac7676 on Aug 27, 2010 18:30:29 GMT -5
Right now I stream all of music in flac format from an external hard drive on my computer to my PS3 through the PS3 media server software. Can anyone tell me how the XDA-1 would benefit me when it comes to music listening? Not sure where I would hook up the XDA-1 DAC in this chain of devices.
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Post by joel on Aug 28, 2010 6:27:42 GMT -5
If you like the way your media server works you could use optical out from your PS3 and plug it into your XDA-1 and let it do the D/A conversion instead of your PS3. Or you could go straight from your computer into the XDA-1 with some kind of digital signal, optical or coaxial, or even USB.
It's either way, I'll be using the XDA-1 from my PS3 and then from the XDA to my preamp.
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Post by drmoshen on Aug 28, 2010 6:30:44 GMT -5
I'd just like to chuck a question in as well since this seems to be thread for it.
I currently have a 2 channel set up which I'm happy to keep for a while. (I've got my eye on the XMC-1 but that could be a wait)
I have a PS3 and a PVR (Beyonwiz) which I use on a daily basis. I also have a very large library of Apple lossless files on a NAS.
I'm thinking of the following set up and was wondering if if someone could confirm if this will work and any potential problems?
- PS3 & PVR both connected via HDMI to a DVDO Edge.
- Video out of DVDO Edge via HDMI to Sony 55HX800 LCD TV
- Audio outputted through an optical cable from the DVDO Edge to the XDA-1 Dac
- XDA-1 connected to XPA-2
- iTunes used via Mac Airport Express connected via optical to XDA-1.
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Post by sanjaygolf on Aug 28, 2010 8:05:58 GMT -5
I'd just like to chuck a question in as well since this seems to be thread for it. I currently have a 2 channel set up which I'm happy to keep for a while. (I've got my eye on the XMC-1 but that could be a wait) I have a PS3 and a PVR (Beyonwiz) which I use on a daily basis. I also have a very large library of Apple lossless files on a NAS. I'm thinking of the following set up and was wondering if if someone could confirm if this will work and any potential problems? - PS3 & PVR both connected via HDMI to a DVDO Edge. - Video out of DVDO Edge via HDMI to Sony 55HX800 LCD TV - Audio outputted through an optical cable from the DVDO Edge to the XDA-1 Dac - XDA-1 connected to XPA-2 - iTunes used via Mac Airport Express connected via optical to XDA-1. I dont see any reason why this wouldnt work |
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Post by tmac7676 on Aug 28, 2010 14:56:58 GMT -5
Hey thanks Joel. I believe I will just run optical out of the PS3 and let the XDA-1 do all the conversion. Cant wait until this DAC is released should sound great for the price. I thought about getting the ERC-1 and running it into the XDA-1, but I hate changing out CD's constantly. I like having all of my music at my fingertips with a media server involved.
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Post by corgidog59 on Aug 29, 2010 8:17:20 GMT -5
I am looking for a good configuration for playing CDs. I am debating buying a ERC-1 or using the XDA-1 with my existing DVD player (Pioneer DV-48) or moving up to blue ray and using the XDA-1.
What are people thinking about in terms of where the XDA-1 will fit in their respective systems?
Thank you
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Post by Erwin.BE on Aug 29, 2010 9:09:05 GMT -5
I am looking for a good configuration for playing CDs. I am debating buying a ERC-1 or using the XDA-1 with my existing DVD player (Pioneer DV-48) or moving up to blue ray and using the XDA-1. What are people thinking about in terms of where the XDA-1 will fit in their respective systems? Thank you AV-system setup with CD playback (70/30) For SQ, it would not matter very much whether you use the ERC-1, a DVD or a Blu-ray player as a transport to the XDA-1. But IMO, you are missing out on video if you don't have a Blu-ray. We use my son's PS3 for Blu-Ray because we watch not enough Blu-rays to justify a standalone player. My advice would be to get a basic Blu-ray like the Oppo BDP 80 or standard BDP 83 and use the optical out to the XDA-1 and from XDA-1 to the AVR. Better 2 channel SQ than basic AV setup for a moderate price. Minimalist HiFi (without TT or other analogue sources): ERC-1 XDA-1 2 x UPA-1 amp Using XLR = total only about $1,500 without speakers for outstanding stand-alone 2 channel sound, ready for streaming from PC/Mac! Think about it... HiFi biased AV setup "Emotiva Reference" (50/50) 2 channel: ERC-1>XDA-1>XSP-1 (HT bypass) > 2 channel amp (XPA-1/2) AV: Blu-ray/Cable>XMC-1 > XPA-3/5 Using XLR where possible |
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Post by Mister W on Aug 29, 2010 21:50:59 GMT -5
Any news about the pre-order and or release date?
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Post by Kidchewie on Aug 29, 2010 23:17:45 GMT -5
Any news about the pre-order and or release date? Haven't heard anything official but there's speculation a lot of info will come out after Emofest. |
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Post by stiehl11 on Aug 29, 2010 23:30:26 GMT -5
Hopefully we'll get some more info AT Emofest!
I'm considering either a XDA-1 and/or a XPA-2 (if I can't find a good used one before).
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Post by Kidchewie on Aug 30, 2010 8:24:12 GMT -5
Hopefully we'll get some more info AT Emofest! I'm considering either a XDA-1 and/or a XPA-2 (if I can't find a good used one before). Agreed, AT for those of us who are going and AFTER for those who can't make it. |
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Post by bobydee on Aug 31, 2010 12:16:50 GMT -5
So I understand that I could use the XDA-1 as a preamplifier, and that it would be superior to the UMC-1 in terms of stereo sound quality.
I currently have a UMC-1 connected to a UPA-5 with a Rhythmik F15 sub connected via an XLR cable. If I wanted to use the XDA-1 as a preamplifier for a 2.1 system with the same amp, front speakers and subwoofer, while still using the UMC-1 on occasion, would I just have to use two RCA splitters for the left and right channels, and run an XLR cable both from the UMC-1 and XDA-1 to the subwoofer via another interconnect?
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Post by eksu on Aug 31, 2010 15:44:38 GMT -5
Is it possible to use XLR Balanced and RCA Un-balanced at the same time?
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Post by phyzar on Aug 31, 2010 16:11:06 GMT -5
Yes.
Lonnie mentioned there are separated output stages for balanced and single ended signals.
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Post by stiehl11 on Aug 31, 2010 19:18:33 GMT -5
Maybe I'm mistaken but I didn't think the XDA-1 was anything more than a DAC that would have to be sent to a pre/pro. I guess I'll find out in about 4 days for sure.
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Post by ripcordaff on Aug 31, 2010 20:17:44 GMT -5
the XDA will have a volume control built in so it could (and Lonnie said this is necessary for the best SQ) go straight to the amps themselves. This is assuming, of course, that the XDA can handle all of the inputs going into your set-up. If you have an analog input that you'll need to switch, you'll need a preamp.
Why do you say 4 days? I didn't know that the official announcement had a set date...
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Post by PapaJac on Aug 31, 2010 21:21:42 GMT -5
the XDA will have a volume control built in so it could (and Lonnie said this is necessary for the best SQ) go straight to the amps themselves. This is assuming, of course, that the XDA can handle all of the inputs going into your set-up. If you have an analog input that you'll need to switch, you'll need a preamp. Why do you say 4 days? I didn't know that the official announcement had a set date... Because Emotiva will have one available to audition in the Emofest. ;D |
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Post by ripcordaff on Aug 31, 2010 22:23:03 GMT -5
oh! I forgot! Now I am anxious. FULL REPORTS GENTLEMEN!  |
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Post by stiehl11 on Aug 31, 2010 22:40:31 GMT -5
After posting about the volume control I went and looked at the Emonatics site (pics are there to view) and looked at the "specs". Sure enough, it has a volume control (left side front panel; up/down arrows).
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Post by Erwin.BE on Sept 1, 2010 1:43:55 GMT -5
The best pre-amp is no pre-amp! After the DA conversion, the signal path should be as short as possible. That's why Lonnie claims that going straight from XDA-1 to amp sounds superior.
A traditional "powered" pre-amp (like USP/XSP) does three things:
*provide multiple inputs from the sources
*enforce the signal
*attenuate the same signal with it's volume control.
But since the CD era, the high voltage output of the CD player (2V where TT were 1V or less) is enough to send to the amp without the need for enforcement. That's why some set-ups use "passive" pre-amps, without mains connection. The volume can be adjusted with resistance (same as normal pre-amp, a powered pre-amp is a passive pre-amp with enforcement).
Another variation is a transformer pre-amp. Something like the StereoKnight Silverstone uses a transformer and not resistance to "change" - rather than via resistance - the volume.
If a passive pre-amp has a mains connection, than this is to enable a remote to adjust the volume.
Another passive way to attenuate is to use In-Line Attenuators in the amp's inputs. I have just tried this between my Weiss DAC2 and the XPA-1. I have to say there is a slight reduction in SQ. So I only use the digital volume control of the DAC2.
The only real limitation for the XDA-1 is that it can only accept digital sources, no TT. What Emotiva should do IMO, is to develop a blend between XDA-1 and XSP-1. I'd pay $1,000 for that without even thinking. I present you the XDP-1: a Balanced Digital Pre-amp
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