Element IV firmware v2.3.0 is now available! In this post, I’ll elaborate on the more complex changes, as most are self-explanatory: Auto Preamp Gain: Raised internal headroom from 1 dB to 3 dB to prevent distortion from intersample overs Support S/PDIF stream detection: 5-min LED standby now works in TOSLINK mode (previously limited to USB mode) […]
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ODAC vs OL DAC
“Hey, I was just wondering what the major differences were between the ODAC and the OL DAC.” This fine question continues to pop up in emails, on the phone, on reddit, on Head-Fi, etc. I was excited to push OL DAC into the wild last November for a number of reasons. I’ve always placed great […]
How to Connect Android, iPad, or iPhone to a DAC
There are three basic requirements to connect a USB DAC to any Android or iDevice: Power: The DAC must not consume more power than the phone or tablet permits. Support: The phone or tablet must be able to stream digital audio over USB. Cables: You must use an appropriate cable for your device. Below we’ll […]