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Benefits of MF V-Link with a Mac-based system?

Hello, I am now embarking on conversion to a computer-based system. Like many, I am going to use a Mac (specifically an older Macbook, circa 2007, but eventually will put it all on a Mac Mini) feeding into a Rega DAC. I'm in the process of uploading everything to Apple Lossless.

Can someone please explain the purpose of the Musical Fidelity V-Link? I was planning to connect the Mac directly to the Rega via optical port with the Wireworld Supernova 6. Why are many people inserting this intermediary step of the V-Link? I've read the threads, but I think I'm missing something fundamental.
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Many ppl claimed much improved sonics when using V-Link, and especially V-Link 192, with Rega DAC.

To the reasons stated above, I would also add the posibility to play HD files. Rega USB input is limited to standard, 16/48kHz resolution.

V-Link will let you play 24/88 and 24/96 files. V-Link 192 will also play 24/176 and 24/192 files, and will sound much better overall due to tighter specs than the V-Link.
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