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How to Play iTunes Through My HiFi

O.K. - I have done some research and am still confused. I would like to play iTunes playlists through the stereo system but have found using my MacBook Pro as the source degrades the sound. I've done this at a couple of parties using a DJ system and the Mac sounds inferior to the professional Denon CD players.

My budget is $400.00-600.00 and I already have a Bel Canto DAC II I could also use. Any suggestions of products which can improve the music making abilities of the Mac laptop?
tomryan

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vegasears
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I use a "HagUsb" USB-to-S/PDIF Converter. I use USB out of my Mac Mini, into the converter, then digital coaxial into my DAC. I also can use at toslink cable. It's designed for Mac. Both of the above methods will get your MacBook connected to your DAC then it's into you system.

http://www.hagtech.com/hagusb.html

http://store.apple.com/us/product/M9573LL/A

A computer server has many way to get to music. I watch music videos on Youtube, Internet radio with iTunes and insert concert DVD's into the Mac's drive and watch while it plays through my main rig. I can also rip all audio output to my hard drive. Lot of options.
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