Hey all,
I have a (noob) question about connecting my soon-to-arrive gear. I have a Topping D10 DAC with RCA outputs and will soon have a Cayin iHA-6 amp.
If I connect the amp and DAC using an RCA cable with no balanced adapter, will I be able to use the balanced outputs of the amp or will I only be able to use the single-ended output? If I am able to use the balanced outputs in this specific setup, will I still get the extra power benefits of the balanced outputs? Sorry, I am in no way an electrical expert.
This isn't a question of sound quality difference, just pure functionality.
If this won't work, can you recommend a balanced DAC that is around $200 or less that has a USB input? I know SMSL SU 8 would work but know of no other options, and I like having options to research
Thanks in advance for the help!
I have a (noob) question about connecting my soon-to-arrive gear. I have a Topping D10 DAC with RCA outputs and will soon have a Cayin iHA-6 amp.
If I connect the amp and DAC using an RCA cable with no balanced adapter, will I be able to use the balanced outputs of the amp or will I only be able to use the single-ended output? If I am able to use the balanced outputs in this specific setup, will I still get the extra power benefits of the balanced outputs? Sorry, I am in no way an electrical expert.
This isn't a question of sound quality difference, just pure functionality.
If this won't work, can you recommend a balanced DAC that is around $200 or less that has a USB input? I know SMSL SU 8 would work but know of no other options, and I like having options to research
Thanks in advance for the help!