SinnerSaint
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Only two channel sources would go to the DAC & only two channel sources available [duh] to the digital output of the universal player would be accessed.
Would send all multichannel sources directly to the pre/pro [digitally].
#OfCourse
Clarifying:General:
Comments have gone off the specific unit reviewed [thanks amirm] & into the SQ [+ value] of A/V preamps.
Here's my solution [attack at will]:
universal player [w/best video possible] coaxial digital output to 2 channel DAC. XLR from a balanced DAC to the pre/pro.
Therefore bypassing the pre/pro DAC for stereo listening [using pre/pro bypass as well]. Multi-channel signals would go from the player to the pre/pro directly via HDMI [not as critical/though still want the best for the buck sound].
A compromise, an added expensive, & limiting as to which pre/pro [even many HiEnd preamps are w/o balanced inputs] for sure.
However, get my stereo listening to the level of quality & affordability desired. W/the pre/pro that best suits my multi-channel needs as well.
Waiting to at least CES 2021 to see what may be available.
Enjoy.
Only two channel sources would go to the DAC & only two channel sources available [duh] to the digital output of the universal player would be accessed.
Would send all multichannel sources directly to the pre/pro [digitally].
#OfCourse