How to use Ipad for best sound


I have all of my music stored on a pc using jriver playing flac files thru a bel canto spidf converter to a havana dac. I really like the way it sounds. I purchased an ipad to use in the car. I have tried various ways to convert my flac files for use on the ipad, acc with boosting the kbps to over 300, using jriver converter to mp3 to the ipad, and using lame to convert mp3's. I have had mixed results with all the methods, but nothing has blown me away or left me satisfied. Am I missing something?
m_stephen

Showing 2 responses by manoterror

I use my iPad for the same thing, as I travel by car a lot. I have everything in Apple Lossless, and it works great. I even use Pandora streaming while driving cross-country. Nice. I would offer 2 suggestions to increase the audio playback quality, above what has been given already.

1. Get a connector that bypasses the internal amp of the iPad, and simply sends the signal for the amp in your car...which will be much higher quality. This eliminated any distortion issues I had, especially in the treble. Couple bucks on ebay or Amazon, makes a HUGE improvement.

2. I researched the FM radio broadcast connectors, and discovered that the tape-adapter actually offers a larger frequency range than FM radio does. After some research, I settled on the Sony adapter as it had the highest ratings on Amazon.

I have been VERY pleased with this setup. Great audio quality, along with the convenience of the iPad. Anyways, hope this info helps man.

Mot
Oh...one more thing. Most car audio shops now have a kit they can install with the Apple adapter on the end, so you can plug it right into the amp. Might want to check that out as well. Under $200 bucks.

Mot