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Correct. Coaxial connection can support higher quality audio up to 24-bit/192kHz. Optical is usually restricted to 96kHz. At least that's what I read. I've never been a big fan of optical.

I have more or less the same situation. I have a Wiim Pro connected to the Z8 via digital coax, the DAC is in fact very good and I think this is the best option to get the most from it. I have both Apple Music and Qobuz. Using Qobuz most of the times because I get the max 24/192 streaming via...

Happy owner of Z8 for a few months now. I have an iPad connected via USB to the Z8, then XLR to my tube integrated. I read that the wired USB connection is the best way to get hi-res lossless out of Apple Music (also have Qobuz). To control the iPad from my seating position, I need at least 12'...

Odd question: I use an iPad connected via USB to the DO100. No issues, great sound. If I leave the iPad connected when not listening (DAC and stereo components all off) the iPad battery drains very quickly. If I disconnect the USB cable when not in use, battery lasts three times longer. Any idea...

I have 7 components, can't plug them all in the same outlet without a power conditioner. So all the components go into the Panamax and only one wall outlet is used. By a process of elimination the only component producing the buzz is the DAC. With the cheater plug buzz is gone. Moreover, the...

I did some more investigation on the buzz from the speakers I posted a while ago. Turns out (after fixing a couple of things on the amp) the problem is a ground loop from the SMSL DO100. I bought one of those "cheater plugs" that eliminate the ground prong, used on the DO100 cord, and all went...

I have been trying to get rid of a constant buzz/hum from my speakers that I noticed a few days ago, on every input. My suspects are on the tube amp. After long investigation swapping tubes, swapping and/or moving cables, and any other procedure you follow in these situations, I still think the...

Vinyl lover new to the forum here, and fairly new to DAC world. I purchased the DO100 a few months ago based on reviews here (thanks!) taking advantage of an Amazon sale. So far so good, loving the DAC. I have 2 questions: 1. I purchased a 10' long, good quality USB cable to connect my iPad and...