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low cost but good soundi optical to coax converter

I have looked into the Monarchy, and may get one, but it is a bit more than I need and a bit more than I a want to spend.

I want to send my AppleTv's optical out to my DAC's coax input.

Does anyone know of a simple optical to coax converter that sounds good?

Thanks!

--dan
dgaylin
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ozzy
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I bought one from Parts Express. Cost about $20 dollars.
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drubin
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Doesn't the DAC have an optical input? If so, I'd stick with that and get a good optical cable.
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buff
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Theta TLC
should be able to be had used for $120 or so.
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almarg
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Here's one for $60:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/196856-REG/M_Audio_9900_50746_00_CO2_Optical_and_S_PDIF.html#features

I have no particular familiarity with it, but fwiw I believe M-Audio makes pro and studio oriented products.

-- Al
somec59
245 posts
 
Monarchy DIP, older Meridian pre/pro
bikerduud
75 posts
 
Bel Canto makes one. I believe it was well reviewed recently in one of the rags.
dgaylin OP
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thanks all
trucker
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I bought an inexpensive one from monoprice, it functions but it degrades the sound a lot. Steer clear.
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