regeHA
Well-Known Member
Hello everyone
Currently I am using my laptop as the main source (320mp3/flacs) running Foobar configured for wasapi (event). Using Modi Uber 2 feeding directly to Denon AVR via CD in. The issue is when switched to direct/pure direct mode the sound goes flat/muffled. Possible reasons for this?
Another doubt is about the compatibility of the DAC & AVR. The specs says for DAC max output is 1.5 V rms and output impedance is 75ohm while the input sensitivity of the AVR is 200mV/47kohms. Is it OK to feed AVR directly from DAC or do I need a preamp in between?
Try other options like DirectSound, WaveOut, in Foobar and see if that improves SQ.
Like stated MP3 320 kbps will not sound that great (in comparison to audio CD and FLAC rips), but it will not be that bad if done correctly.
Check if you can use another PC or laptop and play the same track. Even a USB if your AVR has that option. It will give you a good idea if the PC is the main source of your muffled sound.
Not sure about the specs, but I do have my Schiit DAC plugged into the AVR (Onkyo) directly without any issues.