Pdxwayne
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Yeah, I know. In my case there is just one DAC that output both RCA and xlr at the same time.The problem is that it is not reliable at all.
You need to have someone switch between devices for you and do a proper blind test.
I know it's hard to believe, but sighted tests have fooled many people already.
Since I am comparing xlr out to two amps directly vs RCA out to minidsp to amps, this will require shut down and on of my amps constantly to switch cables, flip switch behind the amp to switch between balance vs unbalance, then adjust volume on my dac due to difference in voltages. Too much work for my family members and not good for my amps. The amps also need a little time to settle down once off and on. Thus not suitable for quick switch blind tests.
This is just not as simple as switching two DAC via RCA quick switch for blind tests, which I already done twice. Yes, I fully realize sighted listening can be very unreliable.
BTW, did you have a chance to try the steps I mentioned in post #16?
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