Installation advice

[Bytatto]

Hello Friends.

First of all, I am very new to hi-fi systems. I would like to get your advice on the best possible configuration among the ones I have.

What I have ,

TCL 55C735 55inc
JBL 308P MkII Active Monitor Speaker

I want to buy second hand ,

Audiolab M-DAC / XLR Connection
SMSL AO300
SMSL DO100 / XLR Connection

Alternative WiiM Pro Plus

The aim is to transfer the sound from the TV to the active speaker and DAC to the speaker via bluetooth or wifi.
I definitely want a remote control.

I am waiting for your suggestions. I also want a new generation AKM or ESS chip.
What would be the best configuration that will be enjoyable, beautiful and where I can feel the lower frequencies?

I am grateful for your kind suggestions in advance.

Thank you

 

[kyuu]

Is there anything the Wiim Pro Plus doesn't do that you need? Particularly if you plan to use the streaming features, I don't see a reason to go with anything else. Unless you plan to integrate a subwoofer, then you'd want to step up to the Ultra or use another option.

Your choice of DAC will have zero effect on your ability to feel the lower frequencies or enjoy the audio in any way, really, as long as it isn't defective (either by manufacturing or design). The exception would be the use of PEQ and/or room correction, which are features that the Wiim offers.

 

[Bytatto]

Is there anything the Wiim Pro Plus doesn't do that you need? Particularly if you plan to use the streaming features, I don't see a reason to go with anything else. Unless you plan to integrate a subwoofer, then you'd want to step up to the Ultra or use another option.

Your choice of DAC will have zero effect on your ability to feel the lower frequencies or enjoy the audio in any way, really, as long as it isn't defective (either by manufacturing or design). The exception would be the use of PEQ and/or room correction, which are features that the Wiim offers.

Will the sound quality and level I get with an XLR connection be the same as with RCA? For example, in db or bit

 

[staticV3]

Will the sound quality and level I get with an XLR connection be the same as with RCA? For example, in db or bit

Sound quality with RCA will be the same, as long as you use the right cable:


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While RCA would give you a 6dB quieter level than XLR, the JBL is designed for that as with its sensitivity set to -10dBV, the WiiM's output voltage of 2.0Vrms would be enough to drive the 308PMKII into clipping.

You are therefore not losing any quality or dynamic range.

 

[Bytatto]

Sound quality with RCA will be the same, as long as you use the right cable:
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Also see here:

Review and Measurements of Crown XLS 1502 Amp

I have my xls 1502 at home and it works great (so far no hiss issues, it works just fine) How should I set the gain regulators at both sides of the screen? I have them at 25% of their total capacity, is that ok_ In a perfect world, you would determine the optimal output from your pre-outs, and...

www.audiosciencereview.com

While RCA would give you a 6dB quieter level than XLR, the JBL is designed for that as with its sensitivity set to -10dBV, the WiiM's output voltage of 2.0Vrms would be enough to drive the 308PMKII into clipping.

You are therefore not losing any quality or dynamic range.

As an amateur, I use Prozor DAC PST054-UK and Kirlin 3mt 2x 1/4'' - 2x RCA Patch Cable AP403PR3MBK and I am happy with the sound.
Should I buy an RCA XLR cable now?
I have a Sommer Cable SGHN-0300-GN that I don't use.

What would be the best choice?
Unfortunately, I don't have the talent to make my own cable

 

[staticV3]

Should I buy an RCA XLR cable now?

I mean, if you want to use the JBL, then you'll need an XLR cable. It doesn't have RCA input.

Unfortunately, I don't have the talent to make my own cable

No talent required. Just tools and initiative