I believe that to a certain extent it may depend upon what DAC you are using and what you are connecting to but as a general rule what input is technically better, Coaxial or Optical?
I labour under the impression that coaxial is better but have no real idea why. I may of read that Optical is often implemented cheaper, poorer component etc but can’t remember if it was a opinion or based on facts?
One thing I have noted is the apparent lack of dressed up or fancy inputs with Optical, the receptacles look like they are all made in the same factory biggest difference being colour of input flap.
While we’re at it, is AES/EBU or BNC a better option if available and why? i2s from my very limited understanding is not really appropriate for connections between boxes but is used in rather short paths between components on the same or adjacent boards in a single product.
Maybe a member with some actual technical knowledge can provide a bit of input to set me straight?
I labour under the impression that coaxial is better but have no real idea why. I may of read that Optical is often implemented cheaper, poorer component etc but can’t remember if it was a opinion or based on facts?
One thing I have noted is the apparent lack of dressed up or fancy inputs with Optical, the receptacles look like they are all made in the same factory biggest difference being colour of input flap.
While we’re at it, is AES/EBU or BNC a better option if available and why? i2s from my very limited understanding is not really appropriate for connections between boxes but is used in rather short paths between components on the same or adjacent boards in a single product.
Maybe a member with some actual technical knowledge can provide a bit of input to set me straight?