Headphone listening I used my Audeze LCD-Xes to audition the dac8 Stereo's performance as a headphone amplifier. 4 ohms balanced—this processor should be able to drive any commercial preamplifier and cable with no adverse effects. I employ three. I have owned the dac8 stereo and I was truly amazed. Indeed, the Okto DAC8 looks very interesting. I've had a set of these for a year or so. If your interface can be clocked by a digital input you can use the AES output of the Okto to clock the interface. I have learned from this thread that a hardware solution like the miniDSP nanoDIGI module, which I already purchased, is not necessary for programming the Xover because that can be done in the small NUC with the Ekio software. I was sent a prototype unit for measurements. 36 D/A converter Review system. Which to me sounded like it was a more of software issue. Okto Research Dac8 Stereo (Volumio+BruteFIR) > Purifi 1ET400A DIY > Quadral Vulkan VIIIR Sennheiser HD650, AKG K371. As far as I know, the DAC8 Stereo, IS THE PREAMP (read: shorter signal chain, less distortion summing). Turns out, SINAD will be down slightly, but this output better suits my set up. Actually I pre-ordered one Okto DAC8 pro to do a quad-amping for a 4 way speaker. But no doubt there are a lot of DAC's these days which perform equally good and maybe some are even better in some ways. Listed price includes a Raspberry Pi 4-based streaming module (€89 when bought separately) and an Apple remote control (€25 when bought separately). The airport is named after José María Córdova (sometimes spelled. JVS could compare it with the Brooklyn DAC+, which costs $2,085 :-). This is a review and detailed measurements of the Okto dac8 stereo DAC. Hello so sad Okto dac8 is not that popular due to high demand of its competitors and also people are into that analog dacs, those multibit NOS/r2r dacs. The pc can then be used as dsp and to output 8Ch digital audio back to the okto dac8. I have just about got it working locally with Desktop, but want to run on hqplayerd on a separate ubuntu server and local NAA (either RPI or NUC). IRS2092 BTL for passive 18". Thank you. Aug 18, 2023. Leon37; Oct 7, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 2. Jan 24, 2021 · Sns109 was kind enough to lend his Okto Dac8 Stereo. Reactions: dualazmak and John1959. As our other products, DAC8 PRO is designed to directly drive balanced amplifier inputs. According to this guy ( link) AES / EBU is the most advanced connection. I suspect it could make for an interesting conversation. 4) Cable with floating pin3 (cold) Using just one of the signals from the XLR side to interface with RCA is a dirty and cheap solution. The Audiophonics LPA-S500NC is a stereo amplifier based on an amplification module Hypex Ncore NC502MP. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Okto dac8 stereo DAC. If someone wanted AES inputs seems like you could do it by adding a miniDSP U-DIO8, although at $400 + $600 = $1000 you are getting close to the cost of an Okto dac8 pro and assuming you want AES inputs so you can interface with a physical HDMI source like an AppleTV would still need an 8 channel HDMI extractor like the Vanity Pro or Meridan HD621. My DAC, the Okto DAC8 Stereo has a 131dB (A-weighted) dynamic range, so well suited for this scenario. 4V to 15V, lets say 3. The version I have has the optional Raspberry Pi 4 module for streaming which costs an extra $89. 2 system? Thanks Wayne. Anyway, if it really is a hardware issue, then he should allow us to send back our affected units in order to get it fixed. The reviewer praises the dac8's transparency, soundstage, and detail, and compares it with other DACs and streaming options. MSB ADD-1 (ADC with AES out into Okto) for various analog sources and Technics SL-D2 for vinyl via Schiit Mani 2 Okto DAC8 Pro for active crossovers made in rePhase & REW Topping PA5 for tweeters, Buckeye Hypex NC252MP for midrange & Icepower 1200AS2 for woofers in 172 liter DIY cabinets. Icepower 1200AS2 for woofers in 172 liter DIY cabinets. Primary alt: (streaming, USB or S/PDIF) -> Okto Research Dac8 -> (analog) Genelec 8351B Home office: Sonos Era 300 stereo pair Headphone system: Topping G5 -> (Drop) DT 177X GO DIY cables using Mogami, Belden and Supra cables with Neutrik connectors. IRS2092 BTL for passive 18" DIY sub and a SVS SB-1000. I do not know which presentation is truer to the. Replies 38. Just got a note from Pavel (Okto Research) stating that the DAC8 Pro will be „lauched“ (shipped?) in two to three weeks from now and the DAC8 Stereo „shortly after“. So I would rather recommend something like smsl m500 (variable rca out) or any other fixed RCA out DAC. From my understanding, the company has been producing the internal DAC module for a. The new chip's THD compensation feature also helps project a cleaner bass and. My stereo system has six channels, three on each side. In their specs it seems that it can play DoP only via USB, when the DoP decoding is done in the USB Audio interface of the DAC8. strom Member. I use the SHD studio with and Okto DAC8 pro but the studio does not have built in dacs. Whether it's an advantage, of course depends on individual needs. 0? I can understand you are curious about the changes. I have not encountered any problems when playing 2, 4 and 5. Digital inputs: USB input and output, 8 AES/EBU. Okto dac8 PRO: €1289 $$$ An 8-channel DAC with USB input and output, 8 channels of AES/EBU input, 8 channels of balanced (XLR) analog output, a headphone output, and a choice of seven reconstruction filters, the made-in-Prague dac8 Pro so impressed KR that he bought the review sample. IRS2092 BTL for passive 18" DIY sub and a SVS SB-1000 for fill. The RME's representative rather uppity communication didn't help switching brands either. Indeed, the Okto DAC8 looks very interesting. I need 4-way/8 ch. Canuck Audio Mart. The version I have has the optional Raspberry Pi 4 module for streaming which costs an extra $89. The original was released in 2015 as a 2-CD set and received some good reviews, including one in Stereophile. 5 firmware release" and detailed instructions for firmware update. Pro-Ject Audio Systems Pre Box DS2 Digital - Silver wit. seashell Member. Still neat though. A review of the Okto dac8, a two-channel, digital-to-analog converter with volume control, headphone output, OLED display, and optional Raspberry Pi module. A minor note is that Apple Music and Apple TV on a Mac do atmos, which represents more content than I have on bluray. Running them individually and using DiracLive Bass Control is preferable, imho. Kind regards, Pavel, Okto Research" So, they have plans on a new, and improved, DAC8 DSP. There are a lot of external streamers that would work with the Okto as with any DAC. But now are building complete systems. See pic at lower right. This morning (Japan standard time), I received an official e-mail from Pavel Krasensky of Okto Research entitled "Okto Research dac8 PRO v1. 8-channel D/A converter with top-tier analog performance. 43V to clip it. Audio GD R2R-1 (R2R) Audio GD R8 MK2 dac (R2R) Audio Mirror Tubadour. Yes, RPi4 and CamillaDSP are an excellent option for the Okto, see link my signature for more info. Check with OKTO that the DAC8 PRO can playback DoP through XLR inputs. Reactions: Veri and EchoChamber. There are a lot of external streamers that would work with the Okto as with any DAC. I would like to know a bit more about that AES/EBU Output on the DAC8 Pro as well. A for SL/SR (Also 3 x Classe Sigma Mono for backup) Speakers: 3 x Revel Studio2 for L/C/R, 2 x Revel f206 for SL/SR, 3 x JLAudio f110/e110 subs. Feb 11, 2020 #1,160 Billy Budapest said:. Main: Revel Salon2 + 2X Rythmik F18, MiniDSP SHD Studio, Okto DAC8 Pro, 2X Benchmark AHB2 in bridged mono, Yamaha WXC-50 , Denon 3700H ,. I would buy the Dac8 stereo (when I tried it and it works well in my setup), I would connect it with the balanced XLR inputs provided in the Lyngdorf sda 2175 power amplifier I also would connect the dac with the NAD c542 cd player and circumvent the internal dac of the NAD cd player for the stereo dac8 of Okto Research through the. I’ve pulled the trigger on an Octo DAC8 Pro. MSB ADD-1 (ADC with AES out into Okto) for various analog sources and Technics SL-D2 for vinyl via Schiit Mani 2 Okto DAC8 Pro for active crossovers made in rePhase & REW Topping PA5 for tweeters, Buckeye Hypex NC252MP for midrange & Icepower 1200AS2 for woofers in 172 liter DIY cabinets. Joined Jun 16, 2020 Messages 9,179 Likes. Hi Dualazmak, Tanks for the description of the routing in your set-up. As our other products, DAC8 PRO is designed to directly drive balanced amplifier inputs. Is the custom DAC really going to fix 'issues' vs the ESS Sabre chip the Okto uses? Or is it just a switching deck chairs on the Titanic?. " Once Herb had finished writing his review of the HoloAudio for the August issue's Gramophone Dreams column, I sped to his Bed-Stuy bothy and grabbed the May DAC, both to get it. So mute before DSD stream starts and unmute after it has started. And how ridiculous this is. Jul 21, 2020 #435. I recognize that the industry has devolved into madness with insane prices and snake oil everywhere. "After about one month of almost daily sessions, your Okto DAC8 Stereo has performed flawlessly with excellent ergonomics: I particularly like having been able to use my old remote control, the auto-off feature, the clear display. The DAC8 PRO is supposed to work on Linux, Mac and Windoze. We are currently not taking new orders due to limited production capacity. The Okto just has the space within its own cabinet to mount a Pi directly if you wanted to. Many thanks. cistercian Senior Member. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Okto Research DAC8 8-channel DAC and headphone amplifier. IRS2092 BTL for passive 18" DIY sub and a SVS SB-1000 for fill. Forum Donor. IRS2092 BTL for passive 18" DIY sub and a SVS SB-1000 for fill. just barely!!! The Okto 8 also cost a lot more than the $500 Gustard X16. Log in or register to post comments; Okto dac8. Its current price is €1289, equivalent to $1250. I was looking at the Gustard X16 and the Okto dac8 Stereo. At the moment, we are unable to provide an exact SINAD number since it is beyond capabilities of the Rohde & Schwarz audio analyzer we use. Ayre Acoustics QA-9 A/D converter. EchoChamber; Dec 2, 2023; Audio Equipment For Sale or To Buy; Replies 0 Views 412. What's new. While still waiting for the arrival of my DAC8PRO, I have fully tested the software crossover EKIO simulating the planned stereo 5-way 10-channel multi-channel audio system now with single DAC. MSB ADD-1 (ADC with AES out into Okto) for various analog sources and Technics SL-D2 for vinyl via Schiit Mani 2 Okto DAC8 Pro for active crossovers made in rePhase & REW Topping PA5 for tweeters, Buckeye Hypex NC252MP for midrange & Icepower 1200AS2 for woofers in 172 liter DIY cabinets. The version I have has the optional Raspberry Pi 4 module for streaming which costs an extra $89. Same for the end. A multichannel D/A processor with USB input and output, 8 channels of AES/EBU input, and 8 channels of balanced analog output. The version I have has the Okto DAC8 module plus an off-the-shelf UBS Input. MSB ADD-1 (ADC with AES out into Okto) for various analog sources and Technics SL-D2 for vinyl via Schiit Mani 2 Okto DAC8 Pro for active crossovers made in rePhase & REW Topping PA5 for tweeters, Buckeye Hypex NC252MP for midrange & Icepower 1200AS2 for woofers in 172 liter DIY cabinets. All are full 64-bit options. All I need now is a multi-channel DAC. Other front-panel functions are Phase, Teach, and Mode. I'm planning to e-mail him about the firmware issue again in the new year. Indeed, the Okto DAC8 looks very interesting. The RME's representative rather uppity communication didn't help switching brands either. I had no problem streaming multichannel DSD128 from a Linux-based streamer though. Music You Strongly Dislike (Just For Fun) Martin; Mar 28, 2023; Music Reviews and Discussions; 14 15 16. These headphones have an almost. Volumio est préinstallé. Joined Jun 16, 2020 Messages 9,192 Likes 15,823 Location Netherlands. I have a mint condition OKTO RESEARCH DAC8 Stereo w/Pi4, a “Stereophile Class A” rated component f. I think this is the more recent (production) unit. Turns out, SINAD will be down slightly, but this output better suits my set up. The Okto DAC8 matches that bass quality, while it has better measurements, streamer, a nicer case and is cheaper in Europe (But no analog-in). EchoChamber; Dec 2, 2023; Audio Equipment For Sale or To Buy; Replies 0 Views 408. MSB ADD-1 (ADC with AES out into Okto) for various analog sources and Technics SL-D2 for vinyl via Schiit Mani 2 Okto DAC8 Pro for active crossovers made in rePhase & REW Topping PA5 for tweeters, Buckeye Hypex NC252MP for midrange & Icepower 1200AS2 for woofers in 172 liter DIY cabinets. It also had more detail -- the Okto seemed to homogenize instrumental detail, so you'd hear the valve noise on an instrument through the Yggy but not on the same passage played through the Okto. The dac8 Stereo "opened a transparent window into recorded soundstages, unaccompanied by any feeling of fatigue or undue tonal emphasis," JA wrote, adding that he continued to be impressed throughout his auditioning by the Okto processor's combination of upper-bass weight and leading-edge definition. 5 and installing the new asio driver OktoResearchUsbAudio_v5. MSB ADD-1 (ADC with AES out into Okto) for various analog sources and Technics SL-D2 for vinyl via Schiit Mani 2 Okto DAC8 Pro for active crossovers made in rePhase & REW Topping PA5 for tweeters, Buckeye Hypex NC252MP for midrange & Icepower 1200AS2 for woofers in 172 liter DIY cabinets. He did say there is a new firmware soon that will hopefully address the issue. I’ve pulled the trigger on an Octo DAC8 Pro. Dec 30, 2018 · Read the dac8 Stereo launch newsletter here "dac8 Stereo is a result of many years of our pursuit to get the most from the flagship Sabre D/A chips. In windows set the okto dac to "listen to device". " Once Herb had finished writing his review of the HoloAudio for the August issue's Gramophone Dreams column, I sped to his Bed-Stuy bothy and grabbed the May DAC, both to get it. We procure most of the production in-house, and for everything else, we collaborate with local suppliers and manufacturers. MSB ADD-1 (ADC with AES out into Okto) for various analog sources and Technics SL-D2 for vinyl via Schiit Mani 2 Okto DAC8 Pro for active crossovers made in rePhase & REW Topping PA5 for tweeters, Buckeye Hypex NC252MP for midrange & Icepower 1200AS2 for woofers in 172 liter DIY cabinets. In my subjective perception (take it with a grain of salt), the D90 has a “mechanical” feel to it that the Dac8 doesn’t. Normally you would keep the DAC8 volume at 0dB for DSD and adjust volume at a later stage, or else with the HQPlayer software volume dial. I know everyone is different and. HQP Desktop also works for 8 channels with the ASIO driver. This is my Okto DAC8 Stereo - Streamer. I thought the "ESS THD IMD" is only present on the ES9038PRO and not on the ES9028PRO ? Veri Master Contributor. The incoming AES/EBU data can be processed in real-time or recorded and sent back to the DAC. I ordered on April 8th (launch day) and it arrived on July 16th - which is 14 weeks. Aug 14, 2020 #524 Yesterday at 5:28 AM. Icepower 1200AS2 for woofers in 172 liter DIY cabinets. The dac8 PRO's maximum level at 1kHz was 4. 3 and SW REL Strata III, one for each channel. 38500 TWD. And some firmware upgrades too. Multitone is not any different than music signal. the dac8 PRO in your operating system's audio control panel. If you really need 8 channels, the dac8 pro with a small PC to convolve FIR filters is. Black Ice Audio Glass FX DAC -on sale for $699 at Underwood HiFi. Feb 25, 2022 · I am looking at either the Okto DAC8 Pro or the Exasound E68 for 5. Pavel also says there will be a new firmware version in two/three weeks. EchoChamber; Dec 2, 2023; Audio Equipment For Sale or To Buy; Replies 0 Views 403. Topping PA5 for tweeters, Buckeye Hypex NC252MP for midrange &. 42" OLED display, 7 PCM reconstruction filters. The Okto Dac 8 is a great dac. The attached image describes the data flow. IRS2092 BTL for passive 18" DIY sub and a SVS SB-1000. A review of the Okto dac8, a two-channel, digital-to-analog converter with volume control, headphone output, OLED display, and optional Raspberry Pi module. I recommend Okto 8 Pro dac if you need one to an 3 or 4 way active dsp speaker system. I thought the "ESS THD IMD" is only present on the ES9038PRO and not on the ES9028PRO ? Veri Master Contributor. Jul 14, 2020 · Depends also on the budget available. Replies 38. Okto Research said: There are two 8-channel inputs on the DAC8 PRO that can be switched between - USB and 4xAES/EBU. EchoChamber; Dec 2, 2023; Audio Equipment For Sale or To Buy; Replies 0 Views 412. - Home Theaters: use a BluRay player output in hdmi, then use a converter from hdmi to multi ch AES/EBU, then finally from that. sarumbear Master Contributor. Primary alt: (streaming, USB or S/PDIF) -> Okto Research Dac8 -> (analog) Genelec 8351B Home office: Sonos Era 300 stereo pair Headphone system: Topping G5 -> (Drop) DT 177X GO DIY cables using Mogami, Belden and Supra cables with Neutrik connectors. Replies 38. Other D/A processors in the system were the Theta DS Pro Basic III, the Sonic. FWIW, ASR reviewed a prototype, I believe, since it was done months before any product was shipped to customers. And they are hard to find and usually not in stock. There is an alternative ASIO-driver for the DAC8Pro from. IRS2092 BTL for passive 18" DIY sub and a SVS SB-1000 for fill. It will cost 989 EUR in this configuration (about $1,120 as of this writing). I had a Topping D90 prior to this, a very good DAC in its own right, both in terms of measurements and in its subjective sound quality. phoenixdogfan Major Contributor. I have owned the dac8 stereo and I was truly amazed. Impedance at the DAC and the grid are excellent, but the setup is 6dB short from maxing out the output stage even though the gain of the interstage is high (I also lose a dB at 20KHz, but the clarity is worth it overall). tyga leaked, damn homie 11 onlyfans
- Home Theaters: use a BluRay player output in hdmi, then use a converter from hdmi to multi ch AES/EBU, then finally from that. . Okto dac8
The OKTO DAC8 is similar in that regard. These headphones have an almost. 847 Vpp and the dac2541 clip indicator LED remains dark for the above three filter modes. 4V to 15V, lets say 3. 4k Newbie Share;. Jan 21, 2021 · Okto dac8 Stereo D/A processor Page 2. dac8 Stereo. SOLD - FOR SALE: okto research dac8 Stereo - Silver, w/Pi4. My use case for the Dac8 will mainly involve streaming music over my LAN. WANTED: Happy members who like to discuss audio and other topics related to our interest. Used 4 of the same type to switch between Okto. MSB ADD-1 (ADC with AES out into Okto) for various analog sources and Technics SL-D2 for vinyl via Schiit Mani 2 Okto DAC8 Pro for active crossovers made in rePhase & REW Topping PA5 for tweeters, Buckeye Hypex NC252MP for midrange & Icepower 1200AS2 for woofers in 172 liter DIY cabinets. Leon37; Oct 7, 2023; Digital To Analog (DAC) Reviews and Discussion; 2. I had no problem streaming multichannel DSD128 from a Linux-based streamer though. The required wiring was available (since december 2020), so I replaced my former DAC (dangerous music convert-8, not really a. What's new. (digitizing vinyl to apply convolution and upscaling). Where one can buy an Okto dac8 stereo unit? No luck getting anywhere with Okto Research website and have come up empty pretty much everywhere. To get something really better you'd have to buy, for example, a ESI Gigaport HD+, but that's 160 € and it still has issues from a hi-fi point of view. MSB ADD-1 (ADC with AES out into Okto) for various analog sources and Technics SL-D2 for vinyl via Schiit Mani 2 Okto DAC8 Pro for active crossovers made in rePhase & REW Topping PA5 for tweeters, Buckeye Hypex NC252MP for midrange & Icepower 1200AS2 for woofers in 172 liter DIY cabinets. So a 220-240Ohm additional termination resistor will do the justice, since the digital receivers in the DAC8 PRO handle both SPDIF and AES voltage levels. Dgolh Member. Joined Mar 23, 2016. Olombo Member. It is limited, by design, to DSD128 (native) which, in my experience, it plays quite well. goryu Senior Member. If you want to, please compare to okto dac8 stereo. Dgolh Member. Okto Research DAC8 Pro Have you guys seen this? It sure does look pretty cool to me! Okto Research Apogee performance, Motu price Analog topology by Okto. Reactions: Max_32, tmtomh and MZKM. Not Ted but it may be possible to synch multiple DAC8 Pros by themselves by using the one of the outputs of the 1st DAC8 as a synch source to one of the inputs on the 2nd DAC8 which will get you 15 channels. 1 ch from SACD ripped to computer: use the Okto DAC8 USB input. USB, 2x optical, 2x coaxial, 1x AES/EBU inputs. The Exasound E68 is all unbalanced so good for now but maybe not for the future. They agreed to rebuy it from me at full refund. Really good for it's musicality and channel count. Mar 8, 2022 · Okto dac8 stereo DAC Review. However, the main display on the DAC8 shows the sampling rate to be at 48K. The same remote that controls the AppleTV controls the volume on the Okto. What's new. 1) channels! As stated in the Specifications sidebar, the VanityPRO I received (upon my request) has four stereo AES3 outputs, which I can feed into the similar inputs on the Okto dac8 Pro. Okto+Pi seems to me like one of the best crossover solutions out there. A 2nd hand Exasound E28 or E38 works too, can be found at 1500-2000€. I'm planning to e-mail him about the firmware issue again in the new year. Digital: Okto Dac8 Stereo & HQPlayer Vers. Okto Research dac8 PRO dac8 Stereo dac8 PRO 8-channel D/A converter with top-tier analog performance One device, 3 modes, endless possibilities Multichannel playback. Okto dac8 stereo DAC Review amirm Jul 14, 2020 Prev 1 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 Next HiFiDiscoveryTrip Member Joined Dec 26, 2020 Messages 33 Likes 22 Sep 3, 2022 #1,101 After more than a year of daily use also still very happy with it! I love the large display making it easy to read from your seat and also the ease of use of the device. Posts: 81 🎧 5 years. That's interesting. This version will be known as DAC8 Pro. I did find a small difference between the processors when I examined the multichannel DAC's resolution. HDMI to USB for Mutichannel DAC OKTO PRO. It only came on like this when the TV was on. EchoChamber; Dec 2, 2023; Audio Equipment For Sale or To Buy; Replies 0 Views 403. While it shares the analog architecture with the dac8 PRO, the dac8 Stereo combines 4+4 channels to double the dynamic range and push the measured performance to the levels thought to. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Okto Research DAC8 8-channel DAC and headphone amplifier. Okto Research dac8 PRO D/A processor Specifications. ASR has 2 OKTO threads. From my understanding, the company has been producing the internal DAC module for a while for. Joined Feb 22, 2021 Messages 724. Next, I compared the s88 with the Okto dac8 PRO, connecting the s88 and the Okto by USB to the Baetis server and (again) linking them as "zones," this time in JRiver. One option is to do everything on the same computer as you are running amazon music. After installing 1. IRS2092 BTL for passive 18" DIY sub and a SVS SB-1000. 2, I am having major issues when playing DSD. A lot of differences in lay out, case and connections. Normally you would keep the DAC8 volume at 0dB for DSD and adjust volume at a later stage, or else with the HQPlayer software volume dial. Still neat though. So that I bought an OKTO DAC8 PRO. The system used with the No. In particular, with the dac8 Stereo's superb retrieval of low-level detail, such as the hall's ambience, I would make the superbly toned Steinway grand Bob [Reina] was. Figured someone would be interested, so I took a quick shot of the internals of the newly arrived DAC8 DSP. Was the EMI from the plasma the problem? The DAC8 will go inside the cabinet so I am hoping that the increased distance and the mahogany will be enough to shield the Okto. Just got a note from Pavel (Okto Research) stating that the DAC8 Pro will be „lauched" (shipped?) in two to three weeks from now and the DAC8 Stereo „shortly after". However, the main display on the DAC8 shows the sampling rate to be at 48K. After installing 1. It will cost 989 EUR in this configuration (about $1,120 as of this writing). Iam at the max in hqp and in the okto tool. If Okto DAC8 Dacs were actually available at the time I might have made a different choice. cistercian Senior Member. I will dare not update my DAC8PRO (currently firmware. It is one of the most highly technically and subjectively reviewed DAC components in recent times, regardless of the # of channels. Info: okto research dac8 Stereo - Silver, w/Pi4 Asking Price: USD $ 1450. Dear All, Until now I used an HDMI connection from my computer (foobar) to my Oppo 105D for 2 applications: - Multichannel audio DAC: very good and simple. Okto DAC8 Pro for active crossovers made in rePhase & REW Topping PA5 for tweeters, Buckeye Hypex NC252MP for midrange & Icepower 1200AS2 for woofers in 172 liter DIY cabinets. For the best user experience, we recommend using the Apple Remote or a similar substitute. 75 bits. I believe the Okto Research DAC8 Stereo also would meet your needs for similar money. I was almost always able to get Ch1-2 and Ch3-4 working without issue by themselves. I own an Okto DAC8 pro but have been using the trigger to turn on the amps. Tom C said: FWIW I've experienced success playing ripped multichannel DSD with JRiver and Kodi running on Raspberry Pi 4 into Okto 8 via USB. Reviews and testimonials. Reactions: dualazmak and Neddy. Would like to use the Dac8 with high output voltage, perhaps with a lower-gain interstage. All are full 64-bit options. 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