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Does a DAC like this even exist?

It seems I need a DAC with a volume control that is either Bluetooth or radio controlled. One feed from my server goes to an amp and DAC that feeds the outdoor speakers. I have been using ROON to control the volume as well as other functions. Unfortunately the software volume control ROON provides malfunctions horribly. It randomly shoots up the the top on its own. You can imagine how much fun this is. I have inquired with them many times. They are "working on it" for like two years now and it has just gotten worse over time and now it is happening every time I try to use it. I like ROON but in this situation I can't use it anymore. So, I'd like to know if there is another controller like ROON that has software volume that functions properly. If not I hope to find a DAC or preamp that lives indoors that I can control while outdoors. 

thejeenyus54
x5owner1
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Are you using “lock screen controls” in Roon?  If so, turn them off in Settings / Setup.  

dmader48
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I have used an SMSL SU-9 DAC in my system with Roon. It had a remote control and I used to control volume. It was hard wired to the network. Not sure about bluetooth. A very decent unit. Just found one on eBay, used, for $325. Hope this is helpful!

thejeenyus54 OP
17 posts
 

I do not see "lock screen controls" in the roon-settings-setup menu. What does that do if I find it?

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nekoaudio
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I do not see "lock screen controls" in the roon-settings-setup menu. What does that do if I find it?

Maybe he is referring to the per-audio device volume control setting. Under Settings > Audio if you click the gear next to an enabled device you can disable volume control. But that probably isn't what you want, since you mentioned wanting to control the volume remotely.

But another option would be to set the per-audio device volume limit. If it keeps going all the way up which is a problem, you could try setting the limit to the max you are willing to use, and maybe that will be where it goes up to.

Still, it is very strange that you are running into a problem like this. I would try using a second Roon client, like a second iPad or computer or something, to see if it still happens. 

Lumin is a very good choice for a streaming DAC with remote volume control over the network, that will work with Roon, AirPlay, etc. Easy to use and works well with pretty much anything someone wants to do, plus top-notch hardware and sound quality and continuous features and improvements added through free firmware updates.

But I still think something is up because the problem you're describing doesn't really sound like something specifically due to Roon.

doni
354 posts
 

A cheap alternative is the new Wiim Amp ($300).  A pretty impressive product!

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