boxerfan88
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Would the concept of "system" SINAD (from source to speakers) be useful in component selection for a good stereo system?
Let's assume a listening SPL of 85dB @ 1m, and a room noise floor of around 40dB SPL. Assuming +20dB headroom for signal peaks, and another -20dB noise headroom. A system SINAD of >85dB would be good enough for all materials out there...
Looking at component SINADs:
Thoughts?
Let's assume a listening SPL of 85dB @ 1m, and a room noise floor of around 40dB SPL. Assuming +20dB headroom for signal peaks, and another -20dB noise headroom. A system SINAD of >85dB would be good enough for all materials out there...
Looking at component SINADs:
- DACs are running >100dB some even reaching 140dB
- Pre/Power/Integrated amps are typically >100dB
- Speakers look like the limiting component... i hazard a guess of around 40dB-50dB SINAD depending on the SPL levels being played
- Not sure how to factor the room into this picture, cables too...
Thoughts?