AIFF format vs. CD


Decisions decisions....
Have a good deal on the McIntosh MCD 201 for my McIntosh ma6300. However, will I lose quality if I simply play AIFF formats with an analog connection to my amp? I like the idea of having all my music in my laptop. How does it compare to a traditional CD source?
mcb

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That makes sense. I will simply compare my Mac/Apple (AIFF) and the mcd201 McIntosh(CD)thru my ma6300 McIntosh amp. Should be easy enough. I could save a lot of cash and dump it into speakers; and music would be organized.

Not sure a DAC is necesary, if I understand correctly. Can the DAC actually increase the quality of AIFF sound going through my 6300? What are the advantages of over the arrangement above.

Between apple lossless and apple TV / Airport you must be losing quality. Sounds like you are mostly a casual listner though.

Thanks