Pugstub,
Before completing my research, I impulsively ordered a Nuforce UDAC.
It arrived quickly, and I was also impressed with the finish, build quality and cool LED light. Very small and USB powered, so also perfect for traveling.
On this morning's commute, I tried it out with my Lenovo netbook, iTunes and a pair of in ear Shure headphones.
This reminded me why I got into this hobby about 30 years ago:
Despite the bashing that we audiophiles sometimes receive for being preoccupied with equipment and tinkering, it felt like the first time in a few thousand miles of recent commuting and business travel that I forgot about the equipment and really enjoyed listening to music.
This may not be the state of the art solution for portable USB audio, but it was very enjoyable and thanks for the tip.
Of course, no self respecting audiophile would stop with any solution simply because they were satisfied and happy, so please do continue with any suggestions for the ultimate quality in portable devices.
When I have the chance, I will try using the Nuforce device simply as a DAC, with RCA out to my Head Room or Grado head phone amp.
cwlondon
Before completing my research, I impulsively ordered a Nuforce UDAC.
It arrived quickly, and I was also impressed with the finish, build quality and cool LED light. Very small and USB powered, so also perfect for traveling.
On this morning's commute, I tried it out with my Lenovo netbook, iTunes and a pair of in ear Shure headphones.
This reminded me why I got into this hobby about 30 years ago:
Despite the bashing that we audiophiles sometimes receive for being preoccupied with equipment and tinkering, it felt like the first time in a few thousand miles of recent commuting and business travel that I forgot about the equipment and really enjoyed listening to music.
This may not be the state of the art solution for portable USB audio, but it was very enjoyable and thanks for the tip.
Of course, no self respecting audiophile would stop with any solution simply because they were satisfied and happy, so please do continue with any suggestions for the ultimate quality in portable devices.
When I have the chance, I will try using the Nuforce device simply as a DAC, with RCA out to my Head Room or Grado head phone amp.
cwlondon