Assume something like Wiim Ultra as "digital hub", want to route all possible source devices through preamp to benefit from DSP features and configurable max volume/voltage for speaker protection.
(Is that latter a rare feature on preamps?)
Problem is the limited number of inputs, so switcher(s) needed upstream. Preferably remote controlled, ideally from an Android app.
I think six inputs is enough, but ofc more the better, as is 1U rackmount – without ballooning cost. Secondhand is OK to get better than Behringer SQ
No recording, no mic pre-amps needed, just playback so I think not a mixer.
Must be standalone, not paying for an interface, assume no computer is in the picture – not even rPi (unless some compelling reason I'm missing?)
Either TOSlink or Coax I/O is fine but choices would be nice, save on DDCs.
I guess I really only want one switcher for both analog and S/PDIF inputs, so I can use miniDSP PocketADC's, but built-in line-level ADCs maybe saves money (at $55/per).
I "suppose" an all-analog remote switcher would do in a pinch, combo unbalanced / balanced but a Topping D10S per digital device would add up.
Gain leveling sure would be nice...
I know, I'm asking the world, thanks in advance
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(Is that latter a rare feature on preamps?)
Problem is the limited number of inputs, so switcher(s) needed upstream. Preferably remote controlled, ideally from an Android app.
I think six inputs is enough, but ofc more the better, as is 1U rackmount – without ballooning cost. Secondhand is OK to get better than Behringer SQ
No recording, no mic pre-amps needed, just playback so I think not a mixer.
Must be standalone, not paying for an interface, assume no computer is in the picture – not even rPi (unless some compelling reason I'm missing?)
Either TOSlink or Coax I/O is fine but choices would be nice, save on DDCs.
I guess I really only want one switcher for both analog and S/PDIF inputs, so I can use miniDSP PocketADC's, but built-in line-level ADCs maybe saves money (at $55/per).
I "suppose" an all-analog remote switcher would do in a pinch, combo unbalanced / balanced but a Topping D10S per digital device would add up.
Gain leveling sure would be nice...
I know, I'm asking the world, thanks in advance
Wiim Ultra + Topping D10S to help with DSP and bass management
Wiim Ultra makes not only a great preamp + streamer / network player, but has got basic DSP functionality. For overall system PEQ, using REW + other filter creation tools even an automated room compensation EQ "Autofit". Its bass management is for me too basic, as I need midbass couplers and...
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