Topic: Quality of preamp/volume control section
Hi all.
As I zero in on a replacement for my preamp that served me well for years, i'm looking to connect the ADI-2 DAC right to my power amp via XLR.
The RME has many competitors especially in the myraid of units coming out of China. Great specs for sure, but looking at their PCB board designs, they seem quite sparse.
I would love to hear how the ADI-2 DAC fares in this regard when it comes to the volume attenuation from the DAC. I would assume a similar approach to the others with the DAC chip itself doing most of the reduction, but past that, what extra does the ADI-2 have? I know it optimizes the S/N through the range. Other perks?
I just want to ensure a quality, safe output past the DAC basically. My amp is a beast and I would like to know nothing wrong is coming out!
Perhaps I am just wary of these designs out of China that skimp.
TY!
Kev.