So what’s the difference sonically between playing by cds that I’ve copied to my iTunes account and ripping them to a Vault (or something similar). In either case I need my iPad or iPhone to select tracks to play. Is Bluesound’s software preferable to the iTunes interface? In the first case I use Bluetooth to connect to a Bose soundlink unit that connects via optical cable to my preamp. In the second, I still need to use my iPad or iPhone, and the Vault would connect via RCA cables. In the first case does the Bluetooth link degrade quality? Will using the highdef ripping options on the Vault really sound different? Is there any generic difference between an optical and an RCA cable or does the quality of either matter more? Managing disk storage is an issue either way. Seeking wise counsel before investing in equipment and time.
