Moving computer, 1st time
Hi. Am getting a new computer. Am also planning to move the old computer downstairs and tie it into my main audio system. Never having done this before I need some refresher on the basics here.
I'm sure I need a DAC to convert the data to analog from the computer to the receiver, plus the appropriate cables. Do I need to put anything between the DAC and the computer (like a streamer? Or is a streamer just a small DAC used for computers only?).
Seems to me a DAC with multiple inputs would be appropriate if I wanted to also use it for my CD player. Am thinking of also upgrading my CD player, since it's time for that also and my current CD player doesn't have digital outputs (which I believe are needed if you want to go from your CD player thru a DAC to a reciever).
Audio advisor has a couple of DAC's in the $400 - $600 range (Musical Fidelity, Cambridge, PS Audio) which have possibilities here.
Do I have the basics correct? Any recommendations?
Thanks, Bill