USB 2.0 has enough through-put to handle 24 bit / 192 kHz files, it's just that many implementations are lacking, which cause the max data through-put to decrease significantly. The M2tech Hi-face is a USB to S/PDIF device, and it handles stereo files up to and including 24/192.
Applications of USB 3.0 in Music Storage.
Novice here about PC Audio. Having a Computer built around my specifications. PC will utilize USB 3.0, along with USB 2.0. I wish to utilize PC Hard Drive for Music Storage, and playback via USB to SPDIF,AES/EBU Converter to Digital Input on favorite DAC. Any USB Converters available that can utilize PC USB 3.0 Output? Has anyone tried Music Storage on External Hard Drive utilizing USB 3.0 connection to PC? Any comments on Sound Quality utlizing USB 3.0?