Hi guys,
after some evolution, my current Volumio audio setup is:
RPi2B powered by original PSU -> MamboBerry LS DAC+ HAT powered by RPi -> Marantz PM6006 amp -> loudspeakers Monitor Audio Bronze 2
I think it still isn’t the optimal setup and I’m looking for the last cost effective improvement. The Marantz PM6006 amplifier has a digital coaxial input and is equipped with the reference class CS4398 D/A converter which I didn’t try yet. It should also have a good PSU in addition.
I see these possibilities:
replace MB LS DAC (Sabre 9023 dac chip) by Allo DigiOne and transport digital signal via 75 Ohm RCA-RCA coaxial cable to amp DAC
leave MB LS DAC as is and add Allo Kali I2S Reclocker + good linear power supply to the chain
no change due to no significant audio quality improvement in comparison with costs
From my point of view, the option 1 might be the best (simpler & cheaper) solution, but I would like to know your opinions.
Please vote and add a comment, thanks.
Looking out for comments on the DAC so I could see whether I had any relevant thoughts, I found this (head-fi.org/threads/cs4398- … on.213448/) comparison. Given the general view of the CS4398, I’d suggest feeding it as cleanly as possible, and would lean towards #1…
no problem. You write here to the reseller of these boards.
If I believe what my clients say, the need is not there anymore as before.
But it still sounds like an improvement!
(psu is not a big jump)