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  • zeze22
    Junior Member
    • Jan 2010
    • 1

    #1

    ..for the techies - DAC into Zeppelin Class-D aux port?

    Given that the B&W Zeppelin has a Class D amp with an optical input, would it make sense to run a MF V-Dac between an airport express and the Zep's aux port?

    No DAC: Airport Express digital runs direct into the digital amp.

    DAC: AX converted to digital via DAC and then reverted to analog into the the Zep.

    What are the implications please, as I have the Zep as a bedroom setup and am considering a V-DAC. Thanks.
  • Hammie
    Senior Member
    • Oct 2005
    • 304

    #2
    I ordered the Airport Express and just plan on using it without an external DAC.

    I would be interested in hearing your opinions if you get the DAC and do an A/B comparison.
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