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trappedintime
87
Aug 3, 2015
I'm trying to figure out if this is right for me. I'm looking for a solution for a number of purposes - 1. headphone listening (K7XX) for 24-bit music down to 320 Kbps mp3's through my iMac 2. Improved audio for my 106" projector w/ Apple TV's optical out for movie and TV streaming, locally and thru Netflix et al. 3. Use as a pre-amp for my Technics turntable (RCA in)
I have a Sony system, originally geared toward home theater, but I only use a 2.1 setup: Sony receiver (STR-DG600) 770w - 110w x 7.1 Sony floor speakers (SS-MF550H) 150w 8 ohm 3-way Sony SA-WM500 Subwoofer 12" 150w
Will I see a big improvement using the X7's optical output to the STR-DG700 for both my iMac 24-bit music listening and my Apple TV? If I'm not going to get music improvement through my stereo, I may opt for a simpler headphone amp/DAC combo for my K7XX.
Bobthedespot
85
Aug 3, 2015
trappedintimeThe differences you might hear would be almost exclusive to your 7xx headphones.
While those of us with a sensitive ear would certainly be able to peg the difference between the apple tv default audio path and the x7, the x7 is no giant killer when it comes to sound quality, and it would only be a little bit better.
I doubt the x7 has good phono-pre characteristics.
BUT, you will notice a huge difference with the x7 vs your imac out with the headphones.
Your call.
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